Œuvres de P. Corneille, Tome 01

This edition presents the complete early works of a towering French dramatist with meticulous care for the original text. Every line of verse is preserved in its authentic spelling, while obvious typographic mistakes have been quietly corrected, allowing listeners to hear the language as it first appeared on the page. The collection spans heroic tragedies, sharp comedies, and memorable sonnets, each rendered in rhythmic French that still carries the power of the 17th‑century stage.

Accompanying the drama is a wealth of scholarly material: detailed notes explain obscure words, historical references, and textual variants that have shifted across centuries of printing. A concise lexicon, short biographical portrait, and facsimile excerpts illuminate the cultural world behind the verses. Together, the narration and commentary give listeners a clear sense of the playwright’s style and the editorial challenges involved in presenting his work today, making the experience both enjoyable and enlightening.