Description

The Fair of St. Germain is a play written by Jean Francois Regnard in 1718. The play is set in the bustling fair of St. Germain, a popular event in Paris during the 18th century. The story follows the adventures of two con men, La Rapiere and La Fl��che, who are trying to swindle their way to riches. They encounter a variety of characters, including a wealthy merchant, a gullible country bumpkin, and a beautiful young woman. Along the way, they must navigate their way through various schemes and deceptions, while trying to avoid the watchful eye of the law. The Fair of St. Germain is a witty and entertaining play that explores the themes of greed, deception, and the corrupting influence of money. It is a classic example of French comedy and a must-read for anyone interested in 18th-century literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.