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Doctor Faustus and Other Plays

Christopher Marlowe
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Doctor Faustus and Other Plays

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1998

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Christopher Marlowe

Doctor Faustus and Other Plays

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Details
Pages

503

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

Europe • 16th century

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

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Super Short Summary

Doctor Faustus and Other Plays by Christopher Marlowe explores themes of ambition, power, and morality through Renaissance protagonists. The collection includes the plays The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus, where Faustus makes a pact with the devil, and other works that delve into human desires and consequences, reflecting the complexities of Marlowe's characters and era.

Dark

Mysterious

Contemplative

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

4.2

3,594 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Doctor Faustus and Other Plays by Christopher Marlowe showcases his dramatic prowess and rich language. Critics praise its exploration of ambition and human struggle. Some reviews note uneven pacing and complex language, which might challenge modern readers. Overall, Marlowe's works are celebrated for their enduring themes and historical significance.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Doctor Faustus and Other Plays?

Readers fascinated by Elizabethan drama, morality, and complex characters will enjoy Doctor Faustus and Other Plays by Christopher Marlowe. Fans of Shakespearean works like Macbeth and Hamlet will appreciate Marlowe’s exploration of ambition, power, and human fallibility.

4.2

3,594 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

503

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

Europe • 16th century

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

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