Doctor Faustus - Christopher Marlowe

Doctor Faustus by Christopher Marlowe is a powerful exploration of ambition, knowledge, and the human condition, revolving around the tragic figure of Dr. Faustus, a scholar dissatisfied with the limits of conventional knowledge. In his quest for enlightenment, Faustus makes a pact with the devil, trading his soul for 24 years of limitless power and worldly pleasures, summoning the demon Mephistopheles to serve his desires. As he indulges in his newfound abilities, Faustus grapples with the consequences of his choices, ultimately leading to feelings of despair and regret. Marlowe’s play raises profound questions about the pursuit of knowledge, the morality of hubris, and the eternal struggle between good and evil, all while reflecting the Renaissance's tension between science and faith. As the clock counts down the days of Faustus's pact, the audience is drawn into a haunting narrative that highlights the tragic cost of ambition unchecked by ethical considerations.

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ISBNs of note: 9781551112107