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'The Cid,' by Pierre Corneille, is a cornerstone of French classical drama. This verse play, originally written in French, explores themes of love, honor, and duty within the context of the Reconquista in Spain. This English translation by R. Mongan makes Corneille’s masterpiece accessible to a broader audience. The story centers on the young nobleman Rodrigue (later known as 'The Cid') and his complex relationship with Chimène. Their love is tested when Rodrigue is compelled to avenge his father’s honor, leading to tragic consequences and difficult choices for both characters. 'The Cid' remains a compelling exploration of human emotions and societal expectations, showcasing Corneille’s skillful use of language and dramatic structure.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.
