The Tragical History Of Doctor Faustus - Softcover

Marlowe, Christopher

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1505360072 ISBN 13: 9781505360073

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014

Synopsis

based on the German story Faust, in which a man sells his soul to the devil for power, experience, pleasure and knowledge. Doctor Faustus was first published in 1604, eleven years after Marlowe's death and at least twelve years after the first performance of the play. It is the most controversial Elizabethan play outside of Shakespeare, with few critics coming to any agreement as to the date or the nature of the text.

About this title

Book Description:

Originally published in 1928, this book contains the text of Marlowe's Doctor Faustus, with some minor modernisation and occasional emendation. An editorial introduction is included, along with extensive notes. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in English theatre and early modern literature.

About the Author:

Celebrated English playwright and poet of the Elizabethan era. Marlowe is renowned for his brilliant blank verse and presenting protagonists who are powerful yet flawed. He studied at the Corpus Christie College, Cambridge and received his Master's degree in 1587. Some researchers believe that he served as a secret agent for the Queen's intelligence service. Marlowe's major plays include Dido: Queen of Carthage, Tamburlaine (2 Parts), Doctor Faustus, The Jew of Malta, Edward the Second, and The Massacre at Paris. Except for the two parts of Tamburlaine, published in 1590, all his works were printed posthumously. He also wrote poetry and translated works of Ovid and Lucan. Marlowe was killed mysteriously in 1593 and several theories exist as to the cause. However, it is generally accepted that he died in a fight.

About this edition

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 1505360072
• ISBN 13: 9781505360073
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 78