Publisher's Synopsis

This timeless comedy by one of France's greatest playwrights follows the outrageous activities of a penniless scoundrel and religious pretender. Invited to live in his benefactor's house, he wreaks havoc among family members by breaking off the daughter's engagement, attempting to seduce his hostess, and resorting to blackmail and extortion.

Book information

ISBN: 9780486411170
Publisher: Dover Publications Inc.
Imprint: Dover Publications
Pub date:
DEWEY: 842.4
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 52
Weight: 58g
Height: 136mm
Width: 210mm
Spine width: 4mm