L'Illusion Comique
L'Illusion Comique
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Play • Fiction
France • 17th century
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
L'Illusion Comique by Pierre Corneille follows a father’s journey, advised by a magician, to find his estranged son. The play reveals the boundaries between reality and illusion through performances within the narrative. It explores themes of love, deception, and reconciliation, capturing the transformative power of theater.
Fantastical
Mysterious
Playful
Humorous
Romantic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
L'Illusion Comique by Pierre Corneille is praised for its innovative blend of reality and illusion, showcasing witty dialogue and complex character dynamics. The play's meta-theatrical aspects are celebrated, though some find its structure disjointed. Overall, it remains a significant work in French literature, admired for its creativity and exploration of theater's nature.
Who Should Read L'Illusion Comique?
A reader who enjoys L'Illusion Comique by Pierre Corneille would likely appreciate the fusion of comedy, romance, and tragedy within a theatrical context. Fans of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream or Molière's Tartuffe will admire its exploration of illusion versus reality, intricate plots, and rich character dynamics.
2,001 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Play • Fiction
France • 17th century
2006
Adult
18+ years
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