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The Tragical History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus by Christopher Marlowe · Booklabria

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The Tragical History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus

PoetryDrama

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First published: 1609
Editions: 92 in 2 languages

Synopsis

Marlowe's play has two different recognized texts, with most editions based on the B text. Due to recent arguments for the authenticity of A, this edition is based on the A text. It includes a discussion of biographical, dramatic and theatrical aspects of the play.

Subjects: Poetry
Drama
Classic Literature
Criticism and interpretation
Early works to 1800
Adaptations
Set in: Germany
Characters: Christopher Marlowe
Faust

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92 in 2 languages

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English85 German2

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