Cyrano de Bergerac
An Heroic Comedy in Five ActsBy Edmond Rostand
Length5h 59m
About this audiobook
Edmond Rostand's 'Cyrano de Bergerac' is a quintessential masterpiece of French theater, capturing the essence of romantic idealism through the poignant story of a witty and eloquent yet disfigured hero. Blending poetic language with vibrant characters, Rostand's work presents themes of love, honor, and the complexity of human emotions against a backdrop of 17th-century France. The play's ingenious use of verse contrasts with its deeply rooted exploration of personal integrity and the struggles of unrequited love, setting it apart within the context of Modernist literature and the theatrical innovations of the era. Rostand's own life experiences may have influenced the creation of 'Cyrano de Bergerac.' Born into a prosperous family, he was a gifted poet and playwright, drawing inspiration from the romantic and heroic ideals of his time. His deep appreciation for the intricacies of love and the human spirit is palpable in this work, which reflects both personal vulnerabilities and the cultural milieu of his era, marked by a burgeoning sense of individualism and artistic freedom. This eloquent play is a must-read for anyone who values literature that traverses the boundaries of time and culture. 'Cyrano de Bergerac' offers not only a gripping narrative filled with humor and pathos but also a profound meditation on the nature of love and the essence of self-identity, making it a timeless contribution to the theatrical canon.
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Rating★★★★ 4.2 (108.7K)
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length5 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 29, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1INTRODUCTION.
26SCENE I.
2PREFACE.
27SCENE II.
3"LE PANACHE."
28SCENE III.
4CAST OF CHARACTERS.
29SCENE IV.
5ACT I. A PERFORMANCE AT THE HOTEL DE BOURGOGNE THEATRE.
30SCENE V.
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6SCENE I.
31SCENE VI.
7SCENE II.
32SCENE VII.
8SCENE III.
33SCENE VIII.
9SCENE IV.
34SCENE IX.
10SCENE V.
35SCENE X.
11SCENE VI.
36SCENE XI.
12SCENE VII.
37SCENE XII.
13ACT II. THE POET'S COOK-SHOP.
38ACT IV. THE CADETS OF GASCONY.
14SCENE I.
39SCENE I.
15SCENE II.
40SCENE II.
16SCENE III.
41SCENE III.
17SCENE IV.
42SCENE IV.
18SCENE V.
43SCENE V.
19SCENE VI.
44SCENE VI.
20SCENE VII.
45SCENE VII.
21SCENE VIII.
46SCENE VIII.
22SCENE IX.
47SCENE IX.
23SCENE X.
48SCENE X.
24SCENE XI.
49ACT V. CYRANO'S GAZETTE.
25ACT III. THE KISS OF ROXANE.
50SCENE I.
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