Weh dem, der lügt by Franz Grillparzer

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Author Grillparzer, Franz, 1791-1872
Title Weh dem, der lügt
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Credits Produced by Mike Pullen and Delphine Lettau
Summary "Weh dem, der lügt!" by Franz Grillparzer is a five-act comedic play written in the early 19th century. The narrative revolves around themes of truth and deceit, primarily featuring the character Gregor, the Bishop of Chalons, who grapples with the moral implications of honesty, especially in light of his responsibilities to his imprisoned nephew Atalus, taken as a hostage for peace. The opening of the play introduces us to Gregor and a kitchen boy named Leon, who is frustrated with the Bishop’s extreme frugality and lack of self-care. Leon expresses a desire to confront Gregor over how he treats others, indicating a growing tension regarding the Bishop's stinginess and the plight of his nephew. As the scene unfolds, Gregor explains his struggles with self-denial and the burdens of responsibility, while Leon's determination to be honest and confrontational hints at his role in the coming events, particularly regarding the rescue of Atalus. The stage is set for a blend of comedic conflicts interwoven with serious commentary on morality and human nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Comedies
Category Text
EBook-No. 9044
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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