1942 First performed: November 23, 1875 DRAMATIS PERSONAE Count de Vernay , a young noble Baron de Marsan , Prefect of the Seine Baron de Bellevie , a roué Pierre Michel , an innkeeper Moulinet , his servant Master Bernard , a goldsmith André , his son Officer of the Guard One of the Rabble Turnkey Jean , clerk Rose Michel , wife of Pierre Countess de Vernay Louise , daughter of Pierre Baroness de Bellevie Guards, Torchbearers, Rabble, etc. SCENES Act I: the grand entrance to the de vernay palace, with a view of the seine and the church of notre dame . Act II: The kitchen of Pierre Michel's house . Act III: A grand salon in the house of the Count De Vernay . Act IV: The kitchen of Pierre Michel's house . Act V: Gallery of the prison of little chatelet, with a view of Paris by moonlight . Time: late eighteenth century . Place: France . ACT I. SCENE : Paris, 1765. A quay on the Seine, opposite the Isle St. Louis. In background, steps leading down to the river. Downstage in front and to right, facade of the Count de Vernay's palace. To left, with a little garden in front of it, the entrance to the shop of Bernard, the Goldsmith, whose sign is over the doorway. There are rustic seats in the garden. Fine view of the river and old Paris in the background. As curtain rises a Rabble mount steps from the river, and look mysteriously around; presently one of them turns and beckons. Baron de Bellevie, seedily attired, comes forward up to the steps, L.U.E. To De Bellevie Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars . Contains 234 words in 19 sentences using 1168 chars . Contains 67 words in 10 sentences using 330 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars . Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars . Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars . Laughing Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars . Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 158 chars . Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars . Pointing to Bernard's shop Contains 48 words in 4 sentences using 248 chars . Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars . Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars . Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars . Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars . Laughing Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars . Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars . Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars . Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 154 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars . Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars . Contains 42 words in 4 sentences using 202 chars . Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars . Starting Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars . Contains 55 words in 3 sentences using 269 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars . Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars . Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars . Contains 46 words in 2 sentences using 216 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars . Contains 39 words in 7 sentences using 207 chars . Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 255 chars . Contains 35 words in 7 sentences using 192 chars . Quickly Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars . Looking R., pointing off Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars . Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars . Aside Contains 75 words in 8 sentences using 383 chars . Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars . Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars . Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 143 chars . Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars . Aside Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars . Up L. Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 110 chars . Going up Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars . R.C. Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars . L.C. Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars . Sighing and taking out purse Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 222 chars . Aside Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars . Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 116 chars . Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars . Contains 60 words in 8 sentences using 286 chars . Embarrassed Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 185 chars . Contains 39 words in 4 sentences using 190 chars . Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars . Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 107 chars . Alone and looking after Moulinet. Going up Contains 89 words in 9 sentences using 436 chars . R. Aside Contains 30 words in 7 sentences using 147 chars . Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 77 chars . Contains 51 words in 9 sentences using 257 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars . Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars . Starting Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars . Contains 60 words in 5 sentences using 272 chars . With effort Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars . Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars . Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars . Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars . With emotion Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 87 chars . Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars . Surprised Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars . Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 163 chars . Suffering Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars . Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars . Contains 73 words in 6 sentences using 357 chars . Burying her head with sobs of joy on his breast Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars . Outside Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars . L.C. Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 74 chars . C. Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars . L. Enthusiastically Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars . Contains 58 words in 8 sentences using 296 chars . Down between Rose and André Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 134 chars . Contains 69 words in 8 sentences using 371 chars . Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars . Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars . Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars . Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars . Pointing at André and Louise Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars . Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 144 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars . Contains 51 words in 3 sentences using 260 chars . Bowing her head Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 228 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars . Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars . Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 174 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars . Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars . Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 188 chars . Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars . Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars . Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars . Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 94 chars . Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars . Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars . Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars . Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars . Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 188 chars . Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars . Contains 41 words in 4 sentences using 213 chars . Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars . Contains 73 words in 7 sentences using 355 chars . Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 127 chars . Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars . Contains 33 words in 6 sentences using 180 chars . Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars . Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars . Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars . Contains 23 words in 5 sentences using 121 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars . Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars . Exposing his face by taking off his hat and raising his voice Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars . Shrieking Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars . Advancing Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars . Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars . Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars . Screaming Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars . Rushing from his palace, R.2.E. Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 79 chars . Rising Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 135 chars . Recoiling Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars . Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars . Contains 41 words in 6 sentences using 214 chars . Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars . Angrily Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars . Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars . Drawing his sword furiously Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 24 chars . Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 131 chars . Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 193 chars . Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 143 chars . With suppressed fury Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 193 chars . Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars . Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 79 chars . Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars . Wild with rage Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars . Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 112 chars . ACT II. Scene : Inner room in Pierre Michel's. A large chimney to R. Doors R. and L. of it. At door nearest audience and to L. of the chimney, there are two steps with a railing. Upstage near chimney, linen in baskets, the one upon the other. To L. and facing the public, a stairway leading to Rose Michel's room. Underneath this stairway to one side, a door leading to Pierre Michel's wine shop. On the other side a large old-fashioned window. Two doors in flat to L. A cupboard between doors L. A table L.C. An old-fashioned clock in corner. Chairs, stools, etc. As curtain rises, Moulinet is discovered with a dog which he has on the table, training. Music . Seated L. of table. To dog Contains 214 words in 24 sentences using 1064 chars . Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars . Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars . Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars . Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars . R.C. Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars . L.C. Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars . Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 173 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars . Contains 55 words in 4 sentences using 283 chars . Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars . Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 217 chars . Furiously Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars . Crossing to L. Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars . Throwing off his cloak and looking around Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars . L.C. Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars . R.C. Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars . Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars . Laughing Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars . Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars . Coolly Contains 46 words in 5 sentences using 232 chars . Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars . Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 150 chars . Aside Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 159 chars . Reentering, R.H., with wine. Sitting L. of table Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars . Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 131 chars . Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars . Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars . Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars . Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars . Laughing Contains 35 words in 5 sentences using 180 chars . Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars . Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 94 chars . Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars . Contains 47 words in 8 sentences using 210 chars . Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars . Contains 73 words in 6 sentences using 382 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars . Contains 60 words in 4 sentences using 313 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars . Contains 54 words in 5 sentences using 255 chars . Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 194 chars . Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars . Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 114 chars . Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars . In terror Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 127 chars . Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars . Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars . Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars . Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 40 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars . Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars . Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars . Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars . Contains 78 words in 9 sentences using 376 chars . Thinking Contains 33 words in 6 sentences using 169 chars . Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars . Contains 34 words in 5 sentences using 166 chars . Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars . Turning, excited and exultant. Crossing to C. Contains 40 words in 9 sentences using 194 chars . Down R. Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars . Contains 57 words in 11 sentences using 279 chars . R.C. Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars . L.C. Contains 22 words in 5 sentences using 108 chars . Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 120 chars . Rubbing his hands Contains 75 words in 10 sentences using 370 chars . Inside Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars . Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars . Inside Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars . Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars . Inside Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars . Slamming door and locking it Contains 142 words in 15 sentences using 670 chars . Outside Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars . Hiding his gold Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars . Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars . Opening the door Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars . Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars . Calling at door Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars . Inside Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars . Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars . Seated, L.C. Soothingly Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 125 chars . Starting Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars . Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars . With mocking laugh Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars . Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars . Contains 13 words in 6 sentences using 71 chars . Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 114 chars . Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars . Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars . Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 158 chars . Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars . L. of table Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 113 chars . R. of table Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars . Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars . Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars . Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars . Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars . Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 143 chars . Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars . Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars . Contains 33 words in 5 sentences using 157 chars . Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars . Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars . Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars . Fiercely Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars . Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars . Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 40 chars . Laughing Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars . Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 109 chars . Contains 51 words in 7 sentences using 256 chars . Controlling herself Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars . Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 106 chars . Recoiling in horror Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 186 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars . Grandly Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars . Turns as though to strike her, but is cowed by the expression of her eye. Tableau Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars . Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 131 chars . Advances with raised hands, panting like a beast with passion Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 141 chars . At door, R.2.E., outside Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars . Unbolting door Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars . Crossing to C. Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars . Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars . Contains 26 words in 6 sentences using 129 chars . Fiercely Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars . Roughly Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 116 chars . Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars . Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars . Going over to him, gently Contains 97 words in 11 sentences using 493 chars . Flinging her to the floor Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 72 chars . Crawling along the ground and clinging desperately to him Contains 91 words in 11 sentences using 452 chars . Suddenly strikes his head and stands like one struck with a great thought. He seems to lose himself in thinking, and speaks aside Contains 54 words in 9 sentences using 270 chars . Contains 19 words in 5 sentences using 101 chars . Slowly in an altered voice Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars . Rising and throwing her arms about him Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 66 chars . Unfastening her fingers, coldly Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars . R.C. Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars . Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars . Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 101 chars . Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 120 chars . Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars . Contains 31 words in 8 sentences using 145 chars . Outside Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars . Contains 7 words in 4 sentences using 36 chars . Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 97 chars . Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars . Contains 40 words in 6 sentences using 211 chars . Taking down a small bottle out of cupboard Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars . Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 43 chars . Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars . Petulantly Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars . Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars . Taking glass Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 102 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars . Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars . Quickly Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars . Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 163 chars . Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars . Contains 47 words in 7 sentences using 233 chars . Contains 79 words in 10 sentences using 389 chars . Contains 41 words in 6 sentences using 191 chars . Knocking softly at Rose's door Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars . Opening door Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 49 chars . Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars . Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 121 chars . Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 217 chars . Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars . Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars . Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 138 chars . Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 87 chars . Contains 55 words in 7 sentences using 265 chars . Goes to window and opens it. A view of the river with the reflections of the lights from the houses is seen through the window. Suddenly there comes a vivid flash of lightning followed by thunder. Pierre starts back exclaiming Contains 80 words in 15 sentences using 404 chars . Stealing down stairway Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 47 chars . Contains 27 words in 7 sentences using 123 chars . With terrible impatience Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars . Pointing at Baron's door Contains 9 words in 6 sentences using 62 chars . With low, fierce voice Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars . Pointing to knife in his hand Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 32 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars . Overcome with emotion, releasing him Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars . With cold emphasis in her ear Contains 28 words in 7 sentences using 161 chars . Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars . Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 54 chars . Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars . Clutching her by the throat and bending her back to the ground Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars . Outside Contains 14 words in 7 sentences using 78 chars . In a low voice of anguish Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars . Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 148 chars . Outside Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars . Going over to her Contains 27 words in 6 sentences using 116 chars . Contains 42 words in 8 sentences using 207 chars . Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 16 chars . Advancing Contains 46 words in 4 sentences using 236 chars . Contains 77 words in 6 sentences using 399 chars . Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 105 chars . Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 137 chars . Wildly Contains 16 words in 7 sentences using 79 chars . ACT III. Scene : An elegant boudoir in De Vernay's palace. Doors, C.F.R. and L. Table, L. Chair, R. De Marsan and Countess playing cards at table, L. De Vernay seated reading, R. R. of table, closing up cards and taking up some lace work Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars . On sofa R. Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 156 chars . L. of table Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars . Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars . Contains 41 words in 2 sentences using 240 chars . Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars . Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars . Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 124 chars . Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 151 chars . Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 231 chars . Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars . Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 180 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars . Contains 121 words in 5 sentences using 715 chars . Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars . To Baron Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars . Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 198 chars . Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 40 chars . Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars . Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars . Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 118 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars . Solemnly Contains 81 words in 5 sentences using 458 chars . Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars . Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 172 chars . Rising and taking C. Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 177 chars . Down R. of table, bowing Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 100 chars . Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars . Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars . Impetuously, to his mother Contains 28 words in 6 sentences using 141 chars . L.C. Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 162 chars . R.C., between his teeth Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars . Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars . Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 214 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars . Turning and looking at Countess earnestly Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 166 chars . Sternly Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 129 chars . Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars . Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars . Impatiently Contains 135 words in 9 sentences using 673 chars . L.C., with stern hauteur Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 146 chars . Mastering his emotion Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars . Extending her hand Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars . L.2.E. Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars . Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars . Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars . Contains 90 words in 7 sentences using 470 chars . Entering, L.2.E. Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars . R.C. Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 96 chars . L.C. Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 173 chars . With a start of fear Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 98 chars . Contains 41 words in 4 sentences using 214 chars . Bowing her head with suppressed emotion Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars . Crossing to L. Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 98 chars . Starting at the words of the Countess Contains 240 words in 34 sentences using 1122 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars . L.C. Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars . R.C. Contains 50 words in 4 sentences using 261 chars . Turning and kissing the Countess' hand impetuously Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars . Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars . Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars . Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 134 chars . Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 79 chars . Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars . Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 146 chars . Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars . L. Quickly Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars . R. Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars . Quickly to Servant Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars . Surprised Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars . With constraint Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars . Laughing Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars . Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars . Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars . L.C., to Countess Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 126 chars . R., surprised Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars . Contains 55 words in 5 sentences using 282 chars . R.C. Gaily Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 121 chars . Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars . Recoiling Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars . Putting De Vernay's hand away coldly Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars . Sobered Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 13 chars . Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars . Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars . Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars . Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars . Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars . Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars . Starting Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars . Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars . Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars . Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars . Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars . Solemnly Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 132 chars . Holding his head Contains 49 words in 6 sentences using 251 chars . Starting Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars . Surprised Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars . Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars . Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars . Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars . Contains 52 words in 3 sentences using 251 chars . Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars . Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars . Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars . Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars . Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars . Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars . Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 113 chars . Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars . Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars . Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars . With a cry of joy Contains 96 words in 12 sentences using 493 chars . Crosses, R.C., going to secretary Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars . Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars . L.C. Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars . Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars . Contains 37 words in 8 sentences using 192 chars . Looking in amazement at the wallet Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars . R.C. Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars . Appalled Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars . With terrible solemnity Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars . Starts, looks round him like one in a dream. Suddenly he springs to the door and calls frantically Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 16 chars . L. Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 77 chars . C. Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars . In agony Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars . Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 114 chars . R. Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 181 chars . In a voice hoarse with emotion Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars . Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 180 chars . Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars . Reproachfully Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars . Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars . Contains 33 words in 5 sentences using 178 chars . Crossing to L.H.A. Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars . Choking with emotion Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars . With a wild cry, lifting her mother up Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars . ACT IV. Scene : Same as Act II. Music. Rose discovered seated at table with her face buried in her arms. Pierre enters and watches her . From shop, R.3.E. Aside. Looking at Rose Contains 61 words in 9 sentences using 313 chars . L. of table. Rising meekly Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars . R. Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars . L. Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 130 chars . Roughly Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars . Looking up wearily Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars . Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars . Crossing slowly to R. Gently Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars . In a gentle voice Contains 39 words in 6 sentences using 185 chars . Flinging off his hand fiercely Contains 61 words in 4 sentences using 305 chars . Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars . Contains 27 words in 6 sentences using 130 chars . Looking after her Contains 58 words in 8 sentences using 267 chars . Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 20 chars . R. Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars . Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 90 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars . Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars . Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars . Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 57 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars . Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars . Contains 35 words in 1 sentence using 168 chars . Sullenly Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars . In terror Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars . Turning on him with a terrible face Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars . Trembling and embarrassed Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars . Aside Contains 55 words in 5 sentences using 271 chars . Contains 286 words in 26 sentences using 1475 chars . R. Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars . Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars . Rising in horror Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars . Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars . Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars . Contains 83 words in 8 sentences using 386 chars . Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars . Contains 62 words in 6 sentences using 317 chars . Outside, R.H. Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars . Quickly, to Moulinet, who rises Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars . Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars . Going to Rose Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars . Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars . Gaily Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 169 chars . Turning away in pain Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars . Aside Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars . Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars . Crosses to Pierre. To Pierre Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars . Going out at door Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars . R.C. Goes to Louise, takes her hands and looks earnestly in her face Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars . Kneeling in front of her, embarrassed Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars . Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 158 chars . Staggering Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars . Catching her Contains 36 words in 5 sentences using 191 chars . With pain Contains 28 words in 8 sentences using 133 chars . Contains 55 words in 2 sentences using 286 chars . In a voice faint with pain Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars . Contains 128 words in 12 sentences using 669 chars . L.C. Springing from her with a cry Contains 39 words in 9 sentences using 202 chars . Pressing Louise's head against her breast Contains 129 words in 9 sentences using 642 chars . Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars . Aside Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars . R.C. Starting up wildly Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars . L.C., with sudden resolution, rising Contains 60 words in 18 sentences using 305 chars . As she rises Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars . R.C. Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars . L.C. Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars . Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars . Sobbing on her mother's shoulder Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 161 chars . Contains 108 words in 14 sentences using 512 chars . Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 98 chars . Contains 38 words in 7 sentences using 204 chars . Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars . Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 116 chars . Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 68 chars . Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars . Contains 33 words in 8 sentences using 171 chars . Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars . Outside, sternly Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars . Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars . To Guards Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars . Stammering with fear Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars . Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars . Going Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars . Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars . With increased horror Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars . C. To Countess Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars . R.C., sitting Contains 54 words in 3 sentences using 269 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars . Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars . Contains 83 words in 6 sentences using 424 chars . Contains 29 words in 5 sentences using 151 chars . To Sheriff's Clerk Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars . Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars . Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars . Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars . Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 182 chars . Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars . Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars . Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 119 chars . Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars . Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars . Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars . Contains 92 words in 6 sentences using 474 chars . To Countess Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 138 chars . Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 157 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars . Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars . To Countess Contains 60 words in 11 sentences using 311 chars . Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars . Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars . Sternly Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars . After a gasp or two, begins Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars . Smiling Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars . Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars . Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars . Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars . Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars . Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 133 chars . Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars . Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars . Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars . Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars . Rising, eagerly Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars . Stammering Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars . Furiously Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars . With sudden cunning Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars . Severely Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars . Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 108 chars . With terrible emphasis Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars . Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars . Forgetting and pleading Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars . Eyeing Moulinet with a terrible look Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars . Running in terror Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars . Advancing nervously Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars . To Pierre Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 234 chars . Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 147 chars . Enters, pale but calm Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars . Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars . Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars . Crosses to C. Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars . Contains 44 words in 1 sentence using 223 chars . Impetuously Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars . Quickly Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars . Embarrassed Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars . Advancing on her sternly Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars . Recoiling in fear Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars . Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 143 chars . Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars . Contains 50 words in 3 sentences using 237 chars . Contains 65 words in 5 sentences using 310 chars . Sternly Contains 69 words in 7 sentences using 353 chars . With gentle firmness Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars . Motioning to Soldiers Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 195 chars . ACT V. Scene : A gallery of the prison of the Little Chatelet. In the background a large opening upon a terrace overlooking the River. In the distance a view of Paris, grand entrance to L. To L., back, a little door. To R., in front, a door with a large lock. R., another little door. A table covered with tapestry. R. and L., chairs, stools, etc. As curtain rises, two Sentinels are discovered pacing the terrace, and the Jailer locking the great door, R. Enter Officer of the Guard going the rounds and followed by four Guards. Enter Turnkey, R. To Turnkey Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars . R. Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 119 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars . Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars . Taking off his hat Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars . Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars . Enters, L.D. To Turnkey Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars . Going Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars . Contains 106 words in 12 sentences using 547 chars . Contains 40 words in 9 sentences using 207 chars . L. Taking her hand Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars . R., turning with a cry of joy Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars . Mysteriously Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars . Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars . Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars . Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars . Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars . Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 59 chars . Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars . Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 153 chars . C. Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 126 chars . R. Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars . Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 161 chars . Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 177 chars . Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars . Crosses to C. Sternly Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars . L.H., passionately Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars . C. Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 204 chars . Controlling himself Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars . Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars . Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars . With a wan smile Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars . Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars . R.C. Sternly Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars . Coldly Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars . Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars . Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars . To Louise, kissing her Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars . Down L.H. Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars . C. Seated Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars . L.C. Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars . Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars . Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars . Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars . With a start, looking into his face Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars . Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars . Sinking on her knees Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars . Lifting her up and placing her back silently in her chair Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars . Covering her face and moaning Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars . Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars . Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars . Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars . Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars . Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 59 chars . Bowing her head Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars . Contains 92 words in 5 sentences using 477 chars . Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars . Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars . Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 97 chars . Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars . Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars . Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars . Rising, with a cry of joy Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars . Contains 55 words in 6 sentences using 285 chars . Feverishly Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars . Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars . Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars . Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars . Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars . Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars . Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars . Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars . Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars . Contains 22 words in 5 sentences using 109 chars . R.C. Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars . Covering his hands with kisses Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars . Goes over to Rose and appears to be giving her private instructions. To Turnkey Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 192 chars . Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars . Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars . Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 154 chars . Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 157 chars . Contains 28 words in 9 sentences using 143 chars . Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars . Contains 60 words in 5 sentences using 293 chars . Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars . Contains 90 words in 5 sentences using 441 chars . Turning in agony to his mother Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 68 chars . Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars . Contains 41 words in 5 sentences using 205 chars . Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars . Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars . Stammering Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars . Reading Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 237 chars . Turning with a sneeze Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars . Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 122 chars . Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars . Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars . Contains 139 words in 13 sentences using 657 chars . Aside Contains 39 words in 5 sentences using 197 chars . Overcome Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars . Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars . Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 116 chars . Contains 92 words in 12 sentences using 461 chars . Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 115 chars . Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars . Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 205 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars . Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars . Contains 73 words in 7 sentences using 376 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars . Fiercely Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars . Cowering Contains 12 words in 5 sentences using 58 chars . Laughing Contains 46 words in 7 sentences using 228 chars . Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 96 chars . Contains 44 words in 11 sentences using 228 chars . Aside Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars . Aloud Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars . Contains 34 words in 10 sentences using 163 chars . Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars . Passing him a disguise Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars . Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars . Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars . Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars . Embracing her son Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars . Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars . Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 39 chars . Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars . Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 171 chars . In horror Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars . Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars . Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars . Shrieks. All start in horror and look at her. Rose advances wildly Contains 38 words in 4 sentences using 180 chars . With a cry of rage Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars . Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars . Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 14 chars . Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars . Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars . Pointing to Louise Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars . Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars . Weeping Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars . Contains 59 words in 7 sentences using 299 chars . After a struggle Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars . Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars . CURTAIN