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SCENE 5.I.

by LovelyMay — Act V of "Cyrano de Bergerac," set in 1655 within the serene park of the Sisters of the Holy Cross in Paris, introduces an atmosphere rich with autumnal beauty and tranquility. The vivid description sets the stage: Majestic trees, an expansive house with broad steps, a central plane tree standing with an almost sentinel-like presence, and a semi-circular stone bench tucked among large boxwood trees. The background unfurls with an alley of chestnut trees extending toward a chapel, barely visible through the…
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SCENE 5.II.

by LovelyMay — In a poignant scene marked by the harsh realities of life and the shadows of past decisions, we are drawn into a moment of quiet reflection and revelation in the gardens of a convent. Sister Martha and Sister Claire, alongside Mother Marguerite, provide a brief insight into Cyrano's current state—starving, yet too proud to accept aid, a reflection of his unwavering spirit, yet haunted by the specter of poverty. The arrival of Roxane, draped in the somber hues of widowhood, alongside the Duke de Grammont,…
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SCENE 5.V.

by LovelyMay — In the final moments of *Cyrano de Bergerac*, the scene sets a tone of reflective melancholy mixed with enduring affection. Roxane, seated outside a convent, anticipates Cyrano's arrival amidst the serene beauty of autumn—a metaphorical backdrop highlighting the themes of change, decay, and the enduring spirit. As she waits, Roxane remarks on the comfort brought by the season's calm, contrasting with the dazzle of April, symbolizing her personal journey of grief and acceptance over the years. Cyrano,…
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To the Reader

by LovelyMay — In "To the Reader," the second chapter of "Worldly Ways and Byways," the author reminisces about a bygone diplomatic practice known as the Pele Mele. This unconventional system, likely devised by an overwhelmed Master of Ceremonies, aimed to alleviate the incessant quarrels over precedence amongst courtiers and diplomats by nullifying rank at social gatherings. Under Pele Mele, individuals secured their positions not through status or entitlement but through wit or luck, leading to a mélange of confusion,…
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SCENE 5.I.

SCENE 5.II.

SCENE 5.V.

To the Reader