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Cyrano
This is for you guys who can't be creative without severe help.
If you don't know who Cyrano is, here is a little summary.
"Cyrano de Bergerac" by Edmond Rostand
Cyrano de Bergerac is set in 1640 during one of the many times France was at war with Spain . Our friend Cyrano is a "Gascon", a soldier from Gascony, known for their aggressive nature, bravery, and sheer arrogance. The captain of his particular unit was one Carbon Castel-Jaloux, although most would acknowledge Cyrano as the leader through sheer charisma.
Cyrano is poor in coin but rich in spirit; something we might consider to be a cliché today, but powerfully true in Rostand's play.
Among those who have seen Cyrano, he is most remembered for his nose. This nose isn't a normal nose; it is truly an enormous nose. In Cyrano's own words, "...One could launch ships from that peninsula!" (paraphrased somewhat). Cyrano is deeply in love with Roxanne, a lovely and intelligent woman.
Cyrano soon discovers that she is in love with Christian, a young man recently put in Cyrano's command. The wonderful story that ensues involves Cyrano and Christian becoming partners to create "...one mighty hero of romance!"
Cyrano provides the beautiful poetry to woo the heart of Roxanne, while Christian provides the handsome face. Christian actually possesses a wit, but it seems to fail him around women of great beauty. Cyrano, on the other hand, is inspired to new heights of poetic glory by Roxanne.
Cyrano possesses a passion for his poetry, his life, and his love for Roxanne.
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