{"product_id":"9782806295545","title":"The Misanthrope by Molière (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide","description":"\u003cb\u003eUnlock the more straightforward side of \u003ci\u003eThe Misanthrope\u003c\/i\u003e with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis engaging summary presents an analysis of \u003ci\u003eThe Misanthrope\u003c\/i\u003e by Molière, a comedy of manners which satirises the hypocrisy and falseness of 17th-century aristocratic society in France. Alceste, the misanthrope of the title, prides himself on his total honesty and frankness, but this puts him at odds with the play’s other characters and the woman he loves, the beautiful but hypocritical Célimène. Although the play features many humorous situations, it also stands out for its more poignant elements and close attention to character development. \u003ci\u003eThe Misanthrope\u003c\/i\u003e is widely considered to be a masterpiece, and today is one of Molière’s best-known works.  Molière, who also wrote \u003ci\u003eDom Juan\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTartuffe \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eThe Miser\u003c\/i\u003e, among other works, is viewed as one of France’s greatest authors, and his plays are still performed today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFind out everything you need to know about\u003ci\u003e The Misanthrope\u003c\/i\u003e in a fraction of the time!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e• A complete plot summary\u003cbr\u003e• Character studies\u003cbr\u003e• Key themes and symbols\u003cbr\u003e• Questions for further reflection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhy choose BrightSummaries.com?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvailable in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSee the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"BrightSummaries.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47153467031792,"sku":"9782806295545","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9782806295545_p0.jpg?v=1772807604","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9782806295545","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}