# Adelgitha or The Fruits of a Single Error - Matthew Lewis

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Podcast: [Classic Comedy Library](https://stenobird.com/podcast/classic-comedy-library-7098948)
Published: 2026-07-30T13:06:23+00:00
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## Resource

Adelgitha; or, The Fruits of a Single Error by Matthew Lewis is a gripping Gothic tragedy that explores the harrowing plight of a fallen woman ensnared by the ruthless machinations of a tyrant after rejecting his advances. Set against the backdrop of Otranto during the High Middle Ages, the play intertwines fictional depictions of historical figures such as Robert Guiscard and Michael Ducas, immersing listeners in a world rife with treachery, madness, and despair. The themes of blackmail and the consequences of a single choice resonate powerfully today, reminding us of the enduring struggles against oppression and the quest for agency.

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