The Molière Encyclopedia

By James F. Gaines

Born Jean-Baptiste Poquelin in 1622, the French playwright Moli D ere became one of the most influential dramatists of the 17th century. His comedies shaped the development of theater in Europe, inspired his contemporaries in England, and left a lasting dramatic legacy after his death in 1673. Moli D re has also inspired a vast body of scholarship, and recent work has dispelled many of the myths surrounding his career. This reference provides English-speaking readers with a current and comprehensive guide to his life and works.

Hundreds of A-Z entries cover topics related to his life, works, and theatrical career, including: Plays; Individual characters; Historical persons; Allusions; Influences; Cultural institutions; And much more. This scrupulously researched volume relies on verifiable facts, giving scant attention to the romantic fiction surrounding the playwright. Many of the entries list works for further reading. A chronology outlines the chief events of Moli D re's life and his contributions to the stage. The volume concludes with a bibliography.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0313312559
• ISBN13: 9780313312557
• Release Date: August 2002
• Publisher: Greenwood
• Length: 528 Pages
• Weight: 1.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.2" x 9.6"