
audiobook
CYRANO DE BERGERAC
EDMOND ROSTAND
HENKILÖT:
ENSIMÄINEN NÄYTÖS
I KOHTAUS
II KOHTAUS
III KOHTAUS
IV KOHTAUS
V KOHTAUS
VI KOHTAUS
Amid the glittering chaos of a Parisian hotel ballroom, a lively crowd of soldiers, merchants, musicians, and mischief‑makers fills the stage, setting the tone for a comedy of wit and bravado. At the heart of the bustle is Cyrano de Bergerac, a flamboyant poet‑swordsman whose flamboyant verses and daring swordplay command attention even as he hides a tender insecurity behind his famously large nose. When the beautiful Roxane arrives, her admiration for poetry sparks a rivalry that draws in the handsome but poetry‑starved Christian, whose own charm cannot match Cyrano’s lyrical fire.
The play unfolds with rapid banter, daring duels, and an ever‑growing web of misunderstandings, as Cyrano supplies Christian with the words that win Roxane’s heart. Listeners will be swept into a world where honor, love, and the art of language collide, all while the humor of the bustling crowd keeps the atmosphere light and engaging. The first act sets the stage for a heartfelt conflict that balances comedy with the poignant longing of a true romantic hero.
Language
fi
Duration
~3 hours (210K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2017-05-28
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1868–1918
Best known for the dazzling play Cyrano de Bergerac, this French poet and dramatist brought a burst of romance, wit, and theatrical flair to the stage at the end of the 19th century. His work helped keep verse drama alive for a wide audience and still feels full of energy today.
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