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'Master Pierre Patelin: A Farce in Three Acts' is a delightful English translation of the classic medieval French play. Attributed to an unknown author of the 15th century, this enduring comedy revolves around the cunning lawyer, Master Patelin, whose schemes and deceptions lead to humorous and ironic consequences. This edition, translated by Richard Thayer Holbrook and originally published in 1914, makes this important work accessible to a wider audience. The play showcases the wit and humor of the late Middle Ages, offering a glimpse into the social dynamics and everyday life of the period. Patelin’s cleverness and the play’s intricate plot have made it a beloved example of French farce. Readers will appreciate Holbrook’s rendering of the original French into lively and engaging English prose, preserving the spirit and charm of this timeless comedic masterpiece.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.
