Doctor Faustus

Name: Doctor Faustus
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781647921279
Price: 29.99 NZD
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By Christopher Marlowe

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Doctor Faustus is Christopher Marlowe's classic Renaissance play tracing the tragic story of a scholar who sells his soul to the devil in exchange for knowledge and power. This edition presents the complete 1604 A-text interwoven with selections from the 1616 B-text, offering a unique perspective on Marlowe's exploration of ambition, magic, and theology.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This edition is ideal for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of Renaissance literature, Marlowe's works, and those interested in Reformation theology, occult philosophy, and the enduring cultural impact of Doctor Faustus.

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This new edition of Christopher Marlowe's Doctor Faustus offers the complete 1604 A-text with embedded selections from the 1616 B-text.

Its innovative format will make it easier for readers to note differences between these texts and to consider what is gained and lost in viewing them both separately and together. A full introduction to the play, notes, and a rich selection of related texts further enhance the value of this edition to students of Renaissance drama, Reformation theology, magic, and occult philosophy.

This most recent edition of Doctor Faustus is guaranteed to appeal to a fresh, widespread audience of students and scholars. Uniquely combining the full A- and B-texts of the play, the edition offers new possibilities for analysis and interpretation. In addition to a generous introduction, replete with crucial data, the edition supplies readers with a bibliography, notes, and an abundant selection of related texts, including the Faustbook. The range of valuable information will surely attract not only Marlovians and all those interested in Renaissance drama and related, historical contextual matters, but anyone interested in accounting for how Doctor Faustus has achieved its enduring fame. - Robert A. Logan, Emeritus Professor of English, University of Hartford

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Robert A. Logan praises this edition for its innovative format combining both A- and B-texts, which opens new avenues for analysis and interpretation. He highlights the thorough introduction, extensive notes, and rich supplementary materials, making it essential for students and scholars of Renaissance drama and historical context.