Reviews for Don Juan and Other Plays

The average rating for Don Juan and Other Plays based on 2 reviews is 4.5 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2019-01-28 00:00:00 Barry Taylor "Everyone is content. I am the only one to suffer…But who will pay my wages?" is how the play concludes and is stated by the comedic figure, Sganarelle. The concluding lines encompasses the general feeling of the play, the play is home to many transgressive and terrible acts. However, the comedic atmosphere in conjunction with the serious subject matter makes it a joy to read. The figure of Don Juan crops up in French, Spanish and Italian literature, showing its far-reaching influence and reach. The play is crucial as it highlights many issues: the exploitation of the class system, the blatant misogyny in traditional society and how justice prevails, whether it is in the legal, moral or natural form. The play challenges the idea that those belonging to the upper classes are inherently 'noble', but rather, can display behaviours that are rather shocking; this play shows this brilliantly.

Review # 2 was written on 2020-08-13 00:00:00 Kim Huynh Read so far: The Miser