L'Avare

L'Avare, a significant work by Molière, explores the destructive power of greed through the character of Harpagon. This character is not only plagued by physical ailments but also by a deep spiritual impoverishment that is reflected in his behavior towards those around him. Harpagon is a usurer who exploits his fellow human beings and does not even spare his own children. The story unfolds in a dark atmosphere, where the conflicts between father and son, as well as the effects of greed on interpersonal relationships, take center stage. Molière succeeds in portraying the absurdity and tragedy of human nature in a compelling way, while also keeping the comedy of the situation in view. L'Avare is not just a play about money and possessions, but also a profound reflection on love, loss, and the human soul.