"Cyrano de Bergerac" by Edmond Rostand is a five-act play centred on Cyrano, a skilled poet and swordsman with a large nose that makes him self-conscious. Although deeply in love with his beautiful cousin Roxane, he hides his feelings, believing she could never love someone with his appearance. Instead, Cyrano helps the handsome but tongue-tied Christian woo Roxane by writing passionate letters on his behalf. Roxane falls in love with the soul behind the words, unaware it is Cyrano. The play explores themes of inner versus outer beauty, unrequited love, honour, and sacrifice. In the end, Cyrano's love remains hidden until his final moments, revealing a heart both noble and tragic.
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