Les Femmes Scavantes

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Set in a bourgeois family, the narrative centers on the conflicting views on women's education between the progressive Philaminte and Armande, and the traditionalists Chrysale and Clitandre. The play delves into themes of education, culture, and societal roles while featuring comical and eccentric characters. Written in 1672, it highlights the era's challenges regarding women's access to education. Celebrated as one of Molière's significant works, it has been adapted globally and remains a classic in French literature.