"Belfleur: A Novel of an Actor in the 17th Century" is a fascinating book that transports the reader to the times of 17th century France. The author Francois de Nion helps us walk next to the main character and feel all the shades of his feelings, worries, virtues and passions. "Belfler" is not only a story about an actor, but also a reflection of the complex life in the theater, where there are no clear boundaries between reality and fiction. Through Nion's eloquence, each page of this book becomes a picture in front of which the history, culture and people of the time come to life. Belfler is a deep dive into the world of theater, where each new show can become something more than just an act of puppetry.