
The Double-Dealer: A Comedy is a play by William Congreve, first published in 1795 during the Restoration period. The story revolves around Mellefont, who navigates romantic entanglements and familial complications, particularly with his aunt, Lady Touchwood, and the duplicitous Maskwell. The play is notable for its exploration of deception, love, and social folly, characterized by witty dialogue and intricate relationships that highlight the comedic tone of the era.



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