Weh Dem, Der Lügt: Lustspiel in Fünf Aufzügen

Weh Dem, Der Lügt is a five-act comedic play by Franz Grillparzer, first published in 1840. The story centers on Gregor, the Bishop of Chalons, who faces moral dilemmas regarding truth and deceit while dealing with the imprisonment of his nephew Atalus. The play combines comedic elements with serious reflections on morality and human nature, particularly through the interactions between Gregor and the kitchen boy Leon, who challenges the Bishop's frugality and ethical choices.