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The Barber of Seville

by Pierre Beaumarchais

The story revolves around a young nobleman, Count Almaviva, who falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Rosina. However, Rosina is being kept under close watch by her guardian, Dr. Bartolo, who wants to marry her for her inheritance. The Count enlists the help of the clever barber Figaro to help him win Rosina's heart and outwit her guardian. First performed in 1775, "The Barber of Seville" is an enduring masterpiece of French literature. The play is a comedy of manners, full of wit, humor, and clever plot twists. It is a commentary on the rigid social hierarchy of 18th-century Spain and the power struggles that often took place between the nobility and the common people. Beaumarchais' play has been adapted numerous times, most notably into the famous opera by Italian composer Gioachino Rossini. The story's enduring popularity has also inspired adaptations in film, television, and other forms of media. "The Barber of Seville" is a must-read for anyone interested in classic literature, comedy, or the history of European theater. The play's enduring popularity is a testament to its universal themes of love, deception, and the triumph of wit over brute force. With its colorful characters, witty dialogue, and clever plot twists, "The Barber of Seville" remains a beloved classic to this day.

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English

Original Language

French

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1775

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Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais was a French polymath. At various times in his life, he was a watchmaker, inventor, playwright, musician, diplomat, spy, publisher, horticulturist, arms dealer, s...

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