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The Double-Dealer: A Comedy: Play Guide and Free Edition

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The Double-Dealer: A Comedy is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Congreve, William (1670–1729).

Catalogue synopsis

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"The Double-Dealer: A Comedy" by William Congreve is a comic play first produced in 1693. When Mellefont prepares to marry Cynthia, he faces unexpected enemies: Lady Touchwood, who desires him for herself, and Maskwell, his supposed friend who secretly plots to steal his bride. Through deception and manipulation, Maskwell turns families against each other, leading Lord Touchwood to disinherit Mellefont. This Restoration comedy explores betrayal, jealousy, and schemes that threaten to destroy lives and fortunes.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: The Double-Dealer: A Comedy
  • Author credits: Congreve, William (1670–1729)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Comedy plays
  • English drama (Comedy)

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: British Literature
  • Category: Plays/Films/Dramas

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