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100 1 _aBanville, Théodore Faullain de,
_d1823-1891
245 1 0 _aSocrate et sa femme
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2006-01-12
508 _aProduced by Mireille Harmelin, and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)
520 _a"Socrate et sa femme" by Théodore Faullain de Banville is a comedic play written in the late 19th century. This one-act piece is a work of theatrical art that engages with philosophical concepts through the lens of humor and domestic life, specifically focusing on the relationship dynamics between the famous philosopher Socrates and his wife, Xantippe. The play showcases themes of wisdom, love, and the societal roles of women during ancient times, all while infusing wit and poetic dialogue. The storyline unfolds in Socrates' home in Athens, where we are introduced to his wife, Xantippe, who is characterized by her fiery temperament and humorous criticisms of Socrates' philosophical pursuits. As an array of characters including friends and acquaintances gathers, Xantippe's jealousy and frustration toward her husband’s devotion to wisdom and neglect of household duties come to the fore. Amidst Xantippe's attempts to regain her husband's attention and affection, a humorous conflict arises, highlighting the tension between philosophical ideals and practical marital life. The play culminates in a lighthearted exploration of love and the complexity of relationships, where, despite their struggles, Socrates expresses his enduring affection for Xantippe, celebrating the balance of their differing natures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFrench drama (Comedy) -- 19th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17501
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