02192cam a22003253u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500007001051000026001122400036001382450032001742640051002063000047002573360026003043370026003303380036003565000031003925080039004235201177004625340045016396530062016846530054017467000024018008560042018247451UtSlPG20260610133207.0mcr n260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aPQ1 aMolière,d1622-167310aComtesse D'Escarbagnas. English14aThe Countess of Escarbagnas 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2005  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2005-02-01  aE-text prepared by Delphine Lettau  a"The Countess of Escarbagnas" by Molière is a comedic play written in the late 17th century, specifically during the French Classical period. This work embodies the themes of social status and romantic entanglements, while also providing a satirical look at provincial society and the desire for nobility. Molière explores the folly and pretensions of characters who aspire to a higher social standing, reflecting on the cultural values of the time.  The story revolves around the Countess of Escarbagnas, who, influenced by her recent visit to Paris, enthusiastically adopts a mindset reflecting the airs and graces of high society. Her excessive pride draws the attention of several suitors, including the Viscount and Mr. Thibaudier, a tax collector who believes he has a chance at her heart. As their comedic pursuits and jealousies unfold, the Countess' absurd behavior and relentless pursuit of status create humorous situations, culminating in romantic resolutions. Ultimately, the play critiques social pretensions while highlighting the sincerity of genuine emotions amidst the grandiosity of character façades. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aFrench drama -- 17th century -- Translations into English  aMolière, 1622-1673 -- Translations into English1 aWall, Charles Heron40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7451