The Liar (Classic Reprint): A Comedy, in Two Acts; Adapted From the French of 'Le Menteur' by Corneille: A Comedy, in Two Acts; Adapted from the French of 'le Menteur' by Corneille (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Witty, fast-paced comedy of lies and matchmaking, adapted for the stage. This edition presents The Liar in two acts, adapted from Le Menteur by Corneille and altered for the English stage by Samuel Foote, with additions by Charles Mathews. It includes a full cast description, notes on entrances and stage business, and guidance on costumes and timing for a compact, single-set production.
- A sharp, dialogue-driven comedy that blends clever wordplay with lively character contrasts.
- Historical notes on the adaptation, its performance history, and the author’s approach to updating the piece for modern audiences.
- Practical stage details, including character descriptions, entrances, exits, and the overall running time.
- A clear sense of the period setting and the play’s theatrical style, suitable for classroom or community productions.
Ideal for readers and theater lovers who enjoy classic stage comedy, witty repartee, and the craft of adapting older works for the modern stage.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a unique insight into the complexities of lying. It explores the motivations and consequences of telling untruths, examining the ways in which we deceive ourselves and others. Through a detailed analysis of famous liars throughout history, the author reveals the psychological and social factors that contribute to lying. By understanding the nature of lying, we can develop strategies to combat its negative effects and promote honesty and integrity in our personal lives and society at large. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332711925_0
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