A Voyage to the Moon is the first of three satirical novels written by Cyrano de Bergerac, that are considered among the first Science Fiction stories. Arthur C Clark credited this book with being the first example of a rocket-powered space flight, and for inventing the ramjet. It was published after the author's death, in 1657.
A Voyage to the Moon is the first of three satirical novels written by Cyrano de Bergerac, that are considered among the first Science Fiction stories...
Tartuffe, or The Impostor, or The Hypocrite, first performed in 1664, is one of the most famous theatrical comedies by Moliere. The characters of Tartuffe, Elmire, and Orgon are considered among the greatest classical theatre roles. The play is a satire on religious hypocrisy. Tartuffe worms his way into Orgon's household, blinding the master of the house with his religious -devotion, - and almost succeeds in his attempts to seduce his wife and disinherit his children before he is unmasked.
Tartuffe, or The Impostor, or The Hypocrite, first performed in 1664, is one of the most famous theatrical comedies by Moliere. The characters of Tart...
