Overview
Character Name
Madame Pernelle
Show
Gender
Female
Playing Age
Elderly
Role Size
Supporting
Time & Place
17th century france, a wealthy house in paris
Analysis
Madame Pernelle is Orgon’s mother and the only other person who believes in Tartuffe’s goodness. Indeed, she seems to revel in Tartuffe’s brand of religious zeal. She constantly chastises everyone in Orgon’s house for their lack of piety and respect. She finds fault with
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