The Servant Of Two Masters by Carlo Goldoni
The play is a classic Italian comedy that revolves around the clever and resourceful Truffaldino, who seeks to serve two different masters simultaneously in the hope of doubling his income. The ensuing plot is a whirlwind of mistaken identities, love triangles, and comedic confusions. As Truffaldino scrambles to keep his dual employment a secret, the characters are entangled in a series of humorous situations involving love-struck young lovers, a feisty soubrette, and a pair of stern fathers. The play culminates in a series of revelations and reconciliations that restore social order and conclude with festive celebrations.
The 5844th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1746
- Nationality
- Italian
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 72
- Original Language
- Italian
- Avg User Rating
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
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- Arlecchino Servitore Di Due Padroni
- Arlequin, serviteur de deux maîtres
- Der Diener Zweier Herren
- Harlequin, Servant of Two Masters
- Il servitore di due padroni
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 30th on From Oedipus to The History Boys: Michael Billington's 101 greatest plays (The Guardian)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)