A Selection from the Comedies of Marivaux

A Selection from the Comedies of Marivaux introduces the works of the French playwright Marivaux to American readers focusing on his best comedies like 'le Jeu de l'Amour et du Hasard' and 'les Fausses Confidences.' This edition provides accessible texts for academic study free from dialect. The comprehensive introduction delves into Marivaux's life and works highlighting his keen observations of society and human nature. The editor Everett Ward Olmsted acknowledges scholarly influences in shaping this edition showcasing Marivaux's versatility as a playwright capturing the essence of eighteenth-century French society.