Adelgitha; or, The Fruits of a Single Error

Adelgitha; or, The Fruits of a Single Error is a tragic play written by Gothic writer Matthew Lewis. It is a departure from his usual melodramatic style and deals with serious themes such as blackmail and the consequences of a woman's fall from grace. The play is set in the High Middle Ages in the fictional town of Otranto and features historical rulers Robert Guiscard and Michael Ducas. Adelgitha is considered an archetypal Gothic work and is a must-read for fans of the genre.