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Pierre Corneille
Birth date: June 06, 1606
Died: October 01, 1684
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Nicole Reads
Nicole Reads rated it 8 years ago
Our most fortunate successes are mingled with sadness; always some cares, [even] in the [successful] events, mar the serenity of our satisfaction. In the midst of happiness my soul feels their pang: I float in joy, and I tremble with fear. [Don Diego, Act III, Scene V] It was really striking to read...
Raging Biblioholism
Raging Biblioholism rated it 13 years ago
sometimes its fun to just read a play and reset your palate, you know? Ives is a great choice for that too - he's hilarious and on point, as always. A fun read - would love to see the actual play....(barely more) full review at RB: http://wp.me/pGVzJ-gk
Books by the Lake
Books by the Lake rated it 16 years ago
Harmed by excessive formalism. Corneille could write great speeches, but he composed as if in a straitjacket.
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