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Dr. Faustus: A Tragical History by Christopher Marlowe

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Dr. Faustus (Digireads.com Classic)

by Christopher Marlowe

4.5 out of 5

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Plot Summary

Dr. Faustus is a brilliant scholar who is dissatisfied with his knowledge of the world. He decides to sell his soul to the devil, Mephistopheles, in exchange for knowledge and power. Mephistopheles agrees, and Faustus signs a contract in blood.

Faustus uses his newfound power to perform miracles and indulge in worldly pleasures. However, he soon realizes that he has made a terrible mistake. Mephistopheles is a cruel and merciless master, and Faustus is slowly being driven to madness.

In the end, Faustus's time is up, and Mephistopheles claims his soul. Faustus is dragged down to hell, where he is tormented for all eternity.

Characters

* **Dr. Faustus:** A brilliant scholar who sells his soul to the devil. * **Mephistopheles:** The devil who tempts Faustus and claims his soul. * **Wagner:** Faustus's servant. * **Good Angel:** A voice of conscience that warns Faustus against his pact with the devil. * **Evil Angel:** A voice of temptation that urges Faustus to sell his soul.

Themes

* The dangers of ambition. * The power of temptation. * The importance of redemption. * The nature of good and evil.

Historical Context

Dr. Faustus was written during the Elizabethan era, a time of great social and religious upheaval. The play reflects the anxieties of the time, particularly the fear of damnation and the allure of forbidden knowledge.

Critical Reception

Dr. Faustus has been praised for its powerful language, complex characters, and timeless themes. It is considered one of the greatest plays of the Elizabethan era and continues to be performed and studied today.

Dr. Faustus is a tragic play that explores the dangers of ambition and the power of temptation. It is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with audiences today.

Dr. Faustus (Digireads.com Classic)

by Christopher Marlowe

4.5 out of 5