"Cyrano de Bergerac: An Heroic Comedy in Five Acts" by Edmond Rostand is a moving play set in 17th-century France, telling the story of Cyrano, a gifted poet and fighter, who is held back by his insecurities about his large nose. The play looks at big ideas like love, staying true to yourself, and honor. It starts in a lively theater where we meet Christian, a good-looking but unsure man who is in love with the clever and beautiful Roxane. The beginning shows Cyrano as a respected duelist and writer. The story hints at Cyrano's deep love for Roxane, making everyone wonder how his mix of talent, courage, and doubt will play out.
Cyrano de Bergerac: An Heroic Comedy in Five Acts
By Edmond Rostand
In 17th-century France, a talented poet and swordsman, plagued by insecurity over his appearance, secretly helps a handsome but tongue-tied man win the heart of the woman he loves.
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About the AuthorEdmond Eugène Alexis Rostand was a French poet and dramatist. He is associated with neo-romanticism and is known best for his 1897 play Cyrano de Bergerac. Rostand's romantic plays contrasted with the naturalistic theatre popular during the late nineteenth century. Another of Rostand's works, Les Romanesques (1894), was adapted to the 1960 musical comedy The Fantasticks.
Edmond Eugène Alexis Rostand was a French poet and dramatist. He is associated with neo-romanticism and is known best for his 1897 play Cyrano de Bergerac. Rostand's romantic plays contrasted with the naturalistic theatre popular during the late nineteenth century. Another of Rostand's works, Les Romanesques (1894), was adapted to the 1960 musical comedy The Fantasticks.
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