The Fatal Falsehood: A Tragedy. In Five Acts by Hannah More
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"The Fatal Falsehood: A Tragedy. In Five Acts" by Hannah More is a play written in the early 19th century. This dramatic work explores themes of love, betrayal, and the human struggle with honor and morality. Set against the backdrop of aristocratic society, it illuminates the complexities of personal relationships and the consequences of deceit. The narrative revolves around the tangled emotions and loyalties of its characters, primarily focusing on Orlando and
his complicated feelings for both Julia and Emmelina, while Rivers—Orlando's close friend—also becomes ensnared in this web of love. As the story unfolds, Orlando grapples with guilt and jealousy, leading to a tragic climax involving betrayal and murder, driven by the malevolent machinations of Bertrand. Ultimately, the play paints a poignant picture of the devastating effects of unchecked passion and revenge, culminating in a heart-wrenching conclusion that underscores the fragility of human relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | More, Hannah, 1745-1833 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Fatal Falsehood: A Tragedy. In Five Acts |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Fatal_Falsehood |
| Credits |
Produced by Delphine Lettau and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team at www.pgdpcanada.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Verse Drama, English -- Early Works to 1800 |
| Subject | English drama (Tragedy) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36257 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-36257-1 |
| Release Date | May 29, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 388 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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