Satire In Tartuffe

Tartuffe is a satire based in Paris, in a house of French aristocrats who are tricked by a religious hypocrite named Tartuffe. The story opens with Madame Pernelle, who is visiting her son Orgon. It is at this point that Dorine, the maid, sees that Tartuffe is a fraud and attempts to bring it to Madame Pernelle’s attention. Cleante, Orgons brother in law, wants his son to marry Mariane who is in love with Valere. It is at this point that Orgon decides that Mariane will marry Tartuffe. Valere is extremely hurt by Mariane’s betrayal, and Dorine vows to help them expose Tartuffe. At this point Tartuffe attempts to seduce Elmire, Orgons wife, even though he claims to be a man of God. Damis, Orgons son, is hiding in the closet and sees Tartuffe