She Stoops to Conquer; Or, The Mistakes of a Night: A Comedy by Oliver Goldsmith

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By Nicholas Williams Posted on Jan 2, 2026
In Category - World History
Goldsmith, Oliver, 1730?-1774 Goldsmith, Oliver, 1730?-1774
English
"She Stoops to Conquer; Or, The Mistakes of a Night: A Comedy" by Oliver Goldsmith is a comedic play written during the late 18th century. The plot revolves around a series of misunderstandings and mistaken identities, particularly focusing on the interactions between the characters Young Marlow, who is shy around respectable women, and Miss Hardca...
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variety of humorous and eccentric characters, including the mischievous Tony Lumpkin, who complicates matters with his pranks. At the start of the play, we are introduced to Mr. and Mrs. Hardcastle, who discuss their son Tony and the arrival of a young gentleman, Mr. Marlow, whom they hope will be a suitable match for their daughter, Kate. However, it quickly becomes evident that Marlow's shyness with respectable women is a source of comedy as he approaches interactions awkwardly, unable to communicate properly. Meanwhile, Tony devises a scheme to trick his family and others, setting the stage for a night filled with humorous misunderstandings. As the characters navigate their relationships and the ensuing chaos, the play promises an entertaining exploration of social norms and romantic pursuits in a comedic light. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Andrew Robinson
1 month ago

It took me a while to start, but the clarity of explanations makes revisiting sections worthwhile. It was exactly what I needed right now.

Ashley Martinez
2 months ago

I found this while browsing online and the writing remains engaging even during complex sections. I finished this feeling genuinely satisfied.

Amanda Hill
1 month ago

After hearing about this multiple times, the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. This felt rewarding to read.

Edward Clark
5 months ago

It took me a while to start, but the author clearly understands the subject matter in depth. This made complex ideas feel approachable.

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