Cyrano de Bergerac
Cyrano de Bergerac
Edmond Rostand
Aubrey Marcus
A gift to yourself and those you will share it with. - Aubrey Marcus
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Cyrano de Bergerac

Cyrano de Bergerac

Edmond Rostand
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Edmond Rostand
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In the heart of seventeenth-century France, under the shadow of the Sun King’s reign, flourishes a tale of unmatched wit, bravery, and heartrending romance. "Cyrano de Bergerac" by Edmond Rostand is a timeless masterpiece that weaves the vibrant threads of chivalry, poetic eloquence, and unrequited love into the rich tapestry of French literature. The play introduces us to Cyrano, a gallant soldier and a brilliant poet, whose formidable prowess with the sword is matched only by the sharpness of his wit. Yet, beneath his brash exterior lies a soul tormented by his unspoken love for the beautiful Roxane, a love he believes is doomed by his grotesque nose. As the drama unfolds, Cyrano's complex character is revealed through acts of breathtaking courage and profound loyalty. In a society where appearance reigns supreme, Cyrano's spirit refuses to be diminished. He becomes the voice of the handsome but inarticulate Christian, pouring his own unyielding passion into letters that woo Roxane in another’s name. Rostand's play is a celebration of the human spirit, its capacity for selfless love, and the transcendent power of words. Through the poignant journey of its iconic hero, "Cyrano de Bergerac" emerges not just as a story of love and valor, but as a tribute to the beauty of life, in all its splendid and sorrowful glory.

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Released
1897
1 Jan
Length
240
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A gift to yourself and those you will share it with. - Aubrey Marcus
A kiss is a secret which takes the lips for the ear.
— Edmond Rostand, Cyrano de Bergerac

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