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La Place royale
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La Place Royale, ou l'amoureux extravagant (English: La Place royale or the extravagant lover) is a five-act comedy written by Pierre Corneille in 1634.[1] It tells the story of Alidor who wants to break off his engagement with Angélique by giving her over to his best friend Cléandre. In this play, Corneille addresses questions of love and liberty.
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La Place royale | |
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Written by | Pierre Corneille |
Characters | Alidor Angélique Cléandre Doraste Phylis Lysis Polymas Lycante |
Date premiered | 1634 |
Place premiered | France |
Original language | French |
Genre | comedy |
Setting | La Place royale, Paris |
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