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ⓘ About Molière
For his high school studies, Moliere went to “College de Clermont,” a prestigious Jesuit university, where he made contacts with nobility, got deep into a rigorous school environment, and began performing in plays. Moliere’s insights into human nature as he characterized people such as misanthropes, hypocrites, and misers are just as popular today as they were when he first penned his stories. As for his earlier beginnings, Moliere’s father worked for the royal household and was a furnisher charged with maintaining the upholstery and carpets. Even though he was neither a male servant nor a valet, he was a respected appointee who worked for the royal court for many years.
All Book Series by Molière
Don Juan, or the Stone Banquet / The Stone Guest / The Feast with the Statue
Book 19 of 36 · published 1665
The Hypochondriac / The Imaginary Invalid
Latest in the series · book 36 of 36 · published 1673
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Molière?
For his high school studies, Moliere went to “College de Clermont,” a prestigious Jesuit university, where he made contacts with nobility, got deep into a rigorous school environment, and began performing in plays. Moliere’s insights into human nature as he characterized people such as misanthropes, hypocrites, and misers are just as popular today as they were when he first penned his stories. As for his earlier beginnings, Moliere’s father worked for the royal household and was a furnisher charged with maintaining the upholstery and carpets.
Which Molière series should I start with?
Molière's books stand alone rather than forming a numbered series, so there is no reading order to follow. The natural first pick is The Flying Doctor (1645).
How many books has Molière written?
Molière has 37 books catalogued in this guide, published between 1645 and 2018. They are filed under 2 categories rather than in numbered series — chiefly Plays and Anthologies.
In what order should Molière's series be read?
No reading order is needed: none of the 37 books catalogued here do not form a numbered series, so any title can be picked up first. Within each category they are listed by publication year.
How are Molière's books organised into series?
This guide splits Molière's 37 books into categories rather than numbered series: Plays (36 books); Anthologies (1 book).