# Tartuffe; Or, The Hypocrite

**Author:** Moliere
**Tags:** Comedies, French drama, Translations into English
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**Added:** 10.07.2026
**URL:** https://samolit.com/books/96423

## Description

Moliere's timeless comedy of manners, Tartuffe, or The Hypocrite, delivers a scathing satire on religious hypocrisy and blind devotion. The wealthy Orgon, blinded by the feigned piety of the titular charlatan, welcomes Tartuffe into his home, bestowing upon him immense trust and control over his family's affairs. As Tartuffe manipulates Orgon, he attempts to marry his daughter, disinherit his son, and even seduce his wife, Elmire. The rest of the household, however, sees through Tartuffe's sanctimonious facade and desperately tries to expose him. This classic French drama, presented here in an English translation, masterfully explores themes of deception, the corrupting influence of false virtue, and the critical importance of discernment. It's a witty and incisive examination of how easily one can be swayed by appearances, leading to chaos and near ruin for an unsuspecting family.