Double Falsehood Or The Distressed Lovers

Double Falsehood is a play that was originally attributed to William Shakespeare and John Fletcher, but its authorship has been the subject of debate for centuries. The play tells the story of two young lovers, Julio and Leonora, who are torn apart by the machinations of a jealous suitor, Henriquez. Julio is falsely accused of rape and sent to prison, while Leonora is forced into a loveless marriage with Henriquez. However, the truth eventually comes to light, and Julio and Leonora are reunited in a happy ending.The play is set in Spain and features a cast of characters that includes nobles, peasants, and gypsies. It explores themes of love, jealousy, betrayal, and forgiveness, and contains elements of both tragedy and comedy. The language of the play is poetic and lyrical, with many memorable speeches and soliloquies.Double Falsehood was first published in 1728, and its origins have been the subject of much speculation. Some scholars believe that it is a lost play by Shakespeare and Fletcher, while others argue that it was written by Lewis Theobald, a contemporary of Shakespeare who claimed to have adapted an original manuscript by the Bard. Despite the controversy surrounding its authorship, Double Falsehood remains an intriguing work that sheds light on the theatrical conventions and literary tastes of the early 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.