Pierre Charles Roy: Playwright And Satirist 1683-1764

By Elliot H. Polinger

Book Overview

Pierre Charles Roy: Playwright and Satirist 1683-1764 is a comprehensive biography of the French playwright and satirist, Pierre Charles Roy. Written by Elliot H. Polinger, the book chronicles Roy's life and work, from his early years in rural France to his rise as one of the most prominent playwrights of the 18th century.The book explores Roy's unique style of comedy, which often satirized the social and political issues of his time. It provides an in-depth analysis of his most famous works, including Les Folies Amoureuses and Les Petits Maitres, and examines the ways in which his plays reflected the changing cultural landscape of 18th century France.Throughout the book, Polinger also delves into Roy's personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and fellow writers. He explores Roy's political beliefs and the ways in which they influenced his writing, as well as his struggles with censorship and the challenges he faced as a writer during a time of political upheaval.Overall, Pierre Charles Roy: Playwright and Satirist 1683-1764 offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of France's most influential playwrights. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of French literature and culture, as well as those interested in the art of satire and comedy.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162991690
• ISBN13: 9781162991696
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 394 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"