Publisher's Synopsis
Madame Artus: Comedie (1708) is a play written by Florent Carton Dancourt. The play is set in 18th century France and follows the story of Madame Artus, a wealthy and powerful woman who is known for her extravagant lifestyle and scandalous behavior. Madame Artus is constantly surrounded by a group of admirers who are vying for her attention and affection, but she is only interested in one man, the handsome and charming Chevalier de Saint-Florimond.As the play unfolds, Madame Artus and the Chevalier de Saint-Florimond engage in a series of witty and flirtatious conversations, much to the dismay of Madame Artus' other suitors. However, their relationship is threatened when Madame Artus' husband returns from a long absence and demands that she end her affair with the Chevalier. Madame Artus must navigate the complicated social and political landscape of 18th century France in order to maintain her reputation and keep her lover by her side.Madame Artus: Comedie is a classic example of French comedic theater, with its sharp wit, clever dialogue, and satirical commentary on the social norms and expectations of the time. Dancourt's play remains a beloved work of French literature and a testament to the enduring popularity of comedic theater.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
