Peines d'amour perdues / Comédie

Name: Peines d'amour perdues / Comédie
Author: William Shakespeare

By William Shakespeare

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A group of young nobles swear to renounce love and dedicate themselves to study at their sovereign's court, but their resolve unravels when a visiting princess and her attendants arrive and prompt ardent courtship. The work mixes witty verbal sparring and romantic pursuit with broad comic subplots featuring a boastful foreigner, a pedantic schoolmaster, a slow-witted constable and a rustic fool. Scenes of disguise, mistaken identity and playful satire probe the clash between scholarly affectation and genuine feeling, producing a blend of polished rhetoric and boisterous comedy.

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William Shakespeare

William Shakespeare (1564-1616) is widely regarded as one of the greatest playwrights and poets in the English language. His works, including iconic plays such as "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and "Antony and Cleopatra," explore themes of love, power, and the human condition. Shakespeare's innovative use of language and dramatic structure has left a lasting impact on literature and the performing arts. In addition to his plays, he is known for his poetry, including sonnets and narrative poems. His ability to capture the complexities of life and emotion continues to resonate with audiences today, making him a central figure in the literary canon.