School For Husbands

School for Husbands

by Moliere

Molière's "The School for Husbands" is a witty and satirical play that delves into the themes of love, marriage, and societal expectations. Through the story of two sisters, Isabella and Leonor, the play critiques the controlling nature of family patriarchs and the manipulation used in courtship. The central theme of the play revolves around the conflict between the sisters' desire for freedom and their patriarchal guardians' attempts to control their destinies. The play uses humor to expose the absurdity of societal norms and the hypocrisy of those who enforce them, creating a timeless commentary on the complexities of love and marriage.

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Jean-Baptiste Poquelin known by his stage name Molière was a French playwright, actor, and poet, widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in the French language and world literature. His...

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