
In the bustling streets of 17th‑century Paris, a flamboyant poet‑soldier named Cyrano captures attention with his razor‑sharp wit, daring duels, and a nose so prominent it becomes his signature. Proud of his intellect yet deeply insecure about his appearance, he harbors a secret love for his beautiful cousin Roxane, whose admiration he fears he can never earn. The early scenes pulse with witty repartee and vivid portraits of a world where honor and eloquence clash with personal doubt.
When the handsome but inarticulate cadet Christian arrives, he too seeks Roxane’s affection, yet lacks the words to win her heart. Recognizing a kindred spirit, Cyrano offers to lend his poetic voice to Christian’s letters, setting up a daring partnership that blurs the line between heroism and vulnerability. The play unfolds as an uplifting mix of romance, comedy, and swash‑buckling adventure, celebrating the courage to love and the power of language to shape destiny.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (224K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Veronika Redfern and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2013-01-30
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1868–1918
Best known for the swashbuckling wit and romance of Cyrano de Bergerac, this French playwright brought poetic drama roaring back to life at the end of the 19th century. His work mixes sparkling language, big feelings, and theatrical flair in a way that still feels vivid today.
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