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Set in medieval times, the play features Adelgitha, a noblewoman trapped in an unwanted marriage. Her passionate love for another man leads her to contemplate leaving her husband, but her choices result in tragic repercussions. The narrative delves into themes of love, betrayal, and the fallout of personal decisions, showcasing a rich cast of nobles and knights. First performed in 1806, it remains a celebrated classic in English literature, reflecting the complexities of human emotion and societal constraints.
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Adelgitha, Or The Fruits Of A Single Error, Matthew Gregory Lewis
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- Adelgitha, Or The Fruits Of A Single Error
- Subtitle
- A Tragedy, In Five Acts (1806)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Matthew Gregory Lewis
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Publisher
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 142
- ISBN13
- 9781120139191
- Category
- Theatre / Drama, Maps and Travel
- Description
- Set in medieval times, the play features Adelgitha, a noblewoman trapped in an unwanted marriage. Her passionate love for another man leads her to contemplate leaving her husband, but her choices result in tragic repercussions. The narrative delves into themes of love, betrayal, and the fallout of personal decisions, showcasing a rich cast of nobles and knights. First performed in 1806, it remains a celebrated classic in English literature, reflecting the complexities of human emotion and societal constraints.