L'illustre corsaire: tragicomedie by Jean de Mairet
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Mairet, Jean de, 1604-1686
French
"L'illustre corsaire: tragicomedie" by Jean de Mairet is a dramatic work likely written in the early 17th century. The play unfolds in Marseille and introduces a variety of characters involved in the themes of love, identity, and social intrigue. The central characters include Lepante, a prince believed to be dead; Ismenie, a princess caught in a c...
and rivalry. The opening of the play features the character of Lepante, who returns to reclaim his place after being presumed dead for a decade. Through a conversation with his confidant Evandre, we learn about the deception surrounding his apparent demise and the turmoil that has ensued since his absence. We also discover that Ismenie has been mourning him while being pressured into a marriage with the tyrannical Lypas. As Lepante plots to regain Ismenie's heart and face his rivals, the stage is set for an exploration of love’s complexities amidst the backdrop of mistaken identities and the challenges of nobility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Margaret Lee
3 months agoHaving explored similar works, the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. This sets a high standard for similar books.
Susan Carter
3 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the storytelling feels authentic and emotionally grounded. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.
James Harris
3 months agoI found this while browsing online and it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. A solid resource I will return to often.
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Betty Martin
5 days agoThis was recommended to me by a colleague and the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. Don't hesitate to download this.