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Molière
1622
1673
Moliere
Molière, Jean Baptiste Poquelin de
Poquelin de Molière, Jean Baptiste
Poquelin, Jean-Baptiste
Sganarelle, or, the Self-Deceived Husband
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"Sganarelle, or, the Self-Deceived Husband" by Molière is a one-act comedy likely authored in the mid-17th century during the French classical period. This work revolves around themes of jealousy, honor, and the folly of misunderstandings within romantic relationships. As a theatrical piece, it humorously explores the absurdities of marital suspicion and the miscommunication that can ensue in a relationship. The story centers around Sganarelle, a jealous and gullible husband who is convinced that his wife is being unfaithful to him. Misinterpretations and his own insecurities lead him to believe that the handsome Lelio, a suitor to Celia, his wife, is involved with her. Amidst his comical antics — ranging from absurd jealousy to moments of cowardice — Sganarelle grapples with the idea of avenging his honor. As the play unfolds, misunderstandings between characters serve to highlight the ridiculousness of jealousy and the consequences of hasty judgments. The plot culminates in revelations that question the initial beliefs held by Sganarelle, ultimately delivering a message about the dangers of rash assumptions and the importance of communication in relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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