Excerpt from The Influence of Christopher Marlowe on Shakspere's Earlier Style: Being the Harness Prize Essay for the Year 1885
Perhaps before passing to the narrower question of Marlowe's immediate connection with Shakspere it may be well to touch, first, on the position of the English stage when Marlowe appeared before the.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the dynamic world of Elizabethan theatre, focusing on the profound influence of Christopher Marlowe on the early works of William Shakespeare. It transports readers to a pivotal era in English history, marked by national rejuvenation and a burgeoning artistic spirit. The author meticulously examines the theatrical landscape before Marlowe's arrival, highlighting the dominance of courtly dramas and the lack of a truly national stage. Marlowe's revolutionary approach is explored, showcasing his break from tradition and his creation of a new dramatic style characterized by passionate intensity and complex characters driven by an unquenchable thirst for power. The book delves into Marlowe's masterpieces, including Tamburlaine, The Jew of Malta, and Doctor Faustus, revealing how each play embodies a unique facet of the playwright's own yearning for limitless possibility. By drawing insightful parallels between Marlowe's works and Shakespeare's early plays, the author illuminates the profound impact Marlowe had on shaping Shakespeare's artistic development. This exploration offers a fresh perspective on the intricate relationship between two literary giants, demonstrating how Marlowe's innovative genius paved the way for the flourishing of English Renaissance drama and the emergence of Shakespeare's unparalleled artistry. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330244241_0
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