Marlowe, Christopher

Doctor Faustus and Other Plays: Tamburlaine Parts I and II, Doctor Faustus A and B Texts, The Jew of Malta, Edward II (Oxford Worlds Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780199537068
author:
Marlowe, Christopher
format:
Paperback
publisher:
OUP Oxford
language:
English
Publication Year:
2008
Pages:
544
Dimensions:
129mm X 197mm
Genre:
Literary studies: c 1500 to c 1800
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£11.73

Description

Discover the radical and vibrant plays of Christopher Marlowe, a playwright of immense talent and a man of extreme passions.

This edition presents Marlowe's five major plays, showcasing the vitality of his writing in the years leading up to his death. The plays explore themes of power, villainy, and the human condition, featuring works such as Tamburlaine, The Jew of Malta, and Doctor Faustus. The latter, in both its A- and B-texts, offers a fascinating comparison of the differences between the two versions.

With a scholarly introduction and detailed annotation, this edition provides a wealth of information for scholars and readers alike. The plays have been newly edited with modernized spelling and punctuation, making them more accessible than ever.

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