La Comédie des Méprises   By: William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

La Comédie des Méprises by William Shakespeare is a delightful and witty play that follows the mishaps and misunderstandings of two sets of identical twins. The characters are brought to life through clever wordplay and comedic situations that keep the audience entertained from start to finish.

Shakespeare's masterful storytelling shines through in this play, as he weaves together a tangled web of confusion that ultimately culminates in a satisfying resolution. The dual roles played by the two sets of twins add an extra layer of complexity to the plot, creating opportunities for mistaken identities and humorous mix-ups.

The dialogue in La Comédie des Méprises is sharp and quick-witted, showcasing Shakespeare's talent for language and innuendo. The characters are vibrant and well-developed, each with their own quirks and personalities that drive the action forward.

Overall, La Comédie des Méprises is a charming comedy that is sure to delight audiences of all ages. With its clever plot twists and humor, this play is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers and theatergoers alike.

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Il est peu de comédies qui aient été aussi souvent et aussi diversement reproduites sur la scène que les Ménechmes de Plaute; c'est la seule dette que Shakspeare ait contractée envers les auteurs dramatiques de l'antiquité. Mais il a su enrichir l'idée du poëte latin par l'apparence nouvelle qu'il lui donne et les incidents qu'il a multipliés. Les Méprises sont un vrai modèle d'intrigue. Tout le comique des situations résulte, il est vrai, d'une invraisemblance exagérée encore par Shakspeare; car les deux frères jumeaux ont deux esclaves jumeaux comme eux, et qui portent le même nom... Continue reading book >>