La dernière nuit de Don Juan: poème dramatique en deux parties et un prologue

Name: La dernière nuit de Don Juan: poème dramatique en deux parties et un prologue
Author: Edmond Rostand

By Edmond Rostand

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The work stages a poetic drama in a prologue and multiple scenes that tracks a legendary libertine's final reckoning with supernatural forces. A statuary avenger and infernal presences compel him into an infernal bargain, and, after a ten-year interval, he resumes seductions in Venice while exchanging witty, ironic dialogue with his valet. The verse drama mixes comic bravado and lyrical monologues as it probes themes of transgression, desire, mortality, and theatrical illusion, culminating in a metaphysical confrontation that determines the hero's ultimate fate.

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Edmond Rostand

Edmond Rostand was a French playwright and poet, best known for his romantic and heroic themes. His most celebrated work, "Cyrano de Bergerac," is a classic of French literature, blending wit, passion, and a deep exploration of love and identity. Rostand's plays often feature larger-than-life characters and poetic dialogue, reflecting the ideals of the Belle Époque. In addition to "Cyrano de Bergerac," he wrote notable works such as "Chantecler" and "L'Aiglon," which showcase his talent for combining humor with profound emotional depth. His contributions to the theater have left a lasting impact on French drama and continue to be performed worldwide.