Socrate et sa femme by Théodore Faullain de Banville
"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.)
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| Author | Banville, Théodore Faullain de, 1823-1891 |
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| Title | Socrate et sa femme |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced 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) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French drama (Comedy) -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17501 |
| Release Date | Jan 12, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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