Ready Reference Treatise: The Miser

“The Miser” by Moliere was first performed on 9th September, 1668, in the Palais Royal in Paris, France. It is a five-act comedy in prose. During the production of the play, Moliere’s company was under the protection of Louis XIV himself.

The play is inspired by the Latin comedy “Aulularia” by Plautus. Several incidents, a few dialogues, and Italian farces have been borrowed from the Latin comedy and Italian plays.

Ready Reference Treatise: The Miser
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Chapter One: Introduction
Chapter Two: Plot Overview
Chapter Three: Major Characters
Chapter Four: Complete Summary
Chapter Five: Critical Analysis