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The Fatal Falsehood: A Tragedy. In Five Acts

By Hannah More
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The drama is set in an aristocratic household where an absent heir's wartime absence, an admired foreign guest, and a scheming kinsman entangle loyalties and affections. Tensions among paternal authority, filial duty, romantic attachment, and jealous ambition escalate after a deceptive act disturbs trust, provoking rivalries, accusations, and moral dilemmas. Through successive revelations and remorse, private passions and unchecked self-indulgence drive misunderstandings and ethical reckonings, and the action traces how falsehood corrodes honor and domestic harmony while urging the importance of self-control.

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Hannah More (1745-1833) was an influential English writer, philanthropist, and social reformer known for her contributions to literature and education. She gained prominence in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, particularly for her moral and didactic writings aimed at young women. More's notable works include "Coelebs In Search of a Wife," a novel that explores themes of marriage and morality, and her collection of essays designed to educate young ladies. In addition to her literary pursuits, she was an advocate for public education and played a significant role in the establishment of schools for the poor. Her writings reflect her commitment to social issues and her belief in the power of education.

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