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Three Masterpieces
Pierre Corneille
The Cid ; Cinna ; The Theatrical Illusion
by Pierre Corneille
Highlights
What readers are saying
Readers appreciate the exciting narratives and character depth in The Cid, Cinna, and The Theatrical Illusion. The translation, particularly of The Cid, receives praise for its ability to capture the essence of Corneille's style. However, some find the plays a bit dated and note issues with character complexity, especially regarding female roles.
Engaging and exciting narrativesStrong character developmentExcellent translation qualitySome characters feel flatDated themes and conflicts
Synopsis
New translations of the great French neoclassical dramatist's classic work on Spain's legendary hero, his best-known political, and Roman, play, and an early, bizarre comedy
Publication
PublisherPenguin
Year1975
BindingPaperback
EditionReissue
Pages288
PlaceHarmondsworth
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-139780140443127
ISBN-100140443126
LCCN76453793
LCCPQ1745.E5 C3 1975
DCC842/.4
The Cid ; Cinna ; The Theatrical Illusion is a Spanish play written by Pierre Corneille and published by Penguin in Harmondsworth (1975).
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