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Les Précieuses Ridicules is a one-act comedy by Molière, first performed in 1659. This play satirizes affectation and intellectual pretension through the characters of two young women from the provinces who are eager to embrace the fashionable manners and language of Parisian society. Their pursuit of refinement leads them to reject genuine suitors in favor of those who embody the superficial qualities they admire. Molière’s wit and sharp observations expose the absurdity of their behavior, highlighting the contrast between true elegance and mere imitation. Les Précieuses Ridicules remains a timeless critique of social climbing and the pursuit of artificial values, showcasing Molière’s mastery of comedic form and his insightful commentary on human nature. It is a cornerstone of French classical theater and continues to be studied and performed worldwide.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
