The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus: From the Quarto of 1616: Play Guide and Free Edition

The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus: From the Quarto of 1616 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Marlowe, Christopher (1564–1593).

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"The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus" by Christopher Marlowe is an Elizabethan tragedy written in the late 16th century and first performed around 1594. A scholar sells his soul to the devil in exchange for magical power, rising to greatness through his pact with Lucifer and the demon Mephistopheles. As Faustus wields his newfound abilities, he faces an ultimate reckoning when the price of his bargain comes due. This influential work explores ambition, the limits of knowledge, and the perilous cost of desire.

Book and edition facts

• Title: The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus: From the Quarto of 1616
• Author credits: Marlowe, Christopher (1564–1593)
• Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

• Faust, -approximately 1540 -- Drama
• Germany -- Drama
• Magicians -- Drama
• Tragedies (Drama)

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• Category: British Literature
• Category: Classics of Literature
• Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
• Harvard Classics

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