The Magnificent Lovers (Les Amants magnifiques)

Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known by his stage name Molière (1622–1673), stands among the titans of French literature and theatre. Born into a prosperous family, Molière received a robust education that included the study of law. However, his passion for the theater led him to abandon his intended career for a life on the stage. Founding the Illustre Théâtre with the actress Madeleine Béjart, Molière ...