Œuvres de P. Corneille, Tome 05

This volume gathers a carefully restored selection of Corneille’s early tragedies, presented with the original spelling intact and typographical errors corrected. Each verse is numbered in the traditional five‑line groups, preserving the layout of the 17th‑century prints, while new scholarly notes illuminate obscure words and phrases. Listeners will also enjoy a concise lexicon that explains the most striking expressions, helping the poetry flow more naturally in the ear.

Beyond the text itself, the edition offers a rich contextual essay on the little‑known tragedy “Théodore Vierge et Martyres,” exploring its brief run in Paris, the reactions of contemporary critics, and the curious parallels with earlier works on similar themes. Added material includes a portrait of the playwright, a fac‑simile of the original page, and commentary on variant readings that reveal how the play was shaped over time. This thoughtful compilation invites listeners to hear Corneille’s language with fresh insight and historical perspective.