Discover the timeless brilliance of Christopher Marlowe with 'The Plays (Wordsworth Classics of World Literature)'. This essential collection encompasses dramatic masterpieces like 'Tamburlaine the Great - I and II', 'Dr Faustus (A Text and B Text)', 'The Jew of Malta', 'Edward II', 'The Massacre at Paris', and 'Dido, Queen of Carthage'. Each play is painstakingly presented in this softcover edition published by Wordsworth Editions on April 5, 2000.

With exclusive introductions by acclaimed scholar Emma Smith, this edition provides unparalleled insight into Marlowe's radical approach and linguistic daring that shaped the English Renaissance drama landscape. Explore how his characters grapple with the confines of societal, religious, and rhetorical norms, a theme that resonates deeply in contemporary literature.

Marlowe's legacy resurrects challenging concepts of morality, engaging readers and theatre enthusiasts alike. This anthology showcases both the well-known and underrated works, securing Marlowe's position as a pivotal figure whose influence continues to inspire and provoke thought. Perfect for students, scholars, and lovers of classic literature, 'The Plays' is a must-have addition to any library.

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Title: The Plays (Wordsworth Classics of World ...
Publisher: Wordsworth Editions 05/04/2000
Publication Date: 2000
Binding: Soft cover

Details:
Tamburlaine the Great - I and II, Dr Faustus (A Text and B Text), The Jew of Malta, Edward II, The Massacre at Paris, Dido Queen of Carthage. This Wordsworth Edition includes exclusive Introductions by Emma Smith.
If Shakespeare had died at the age Marlowe died, there would have been no question that Marlowe was the leading figure in English Renaissance drama. This edition of all his plays shows why. The plays give us a clear picture of Marlowe as a radical theatrical poet of great linguistic and dramatic daring, whose characters constantly strive to break out of the social, religious and rhetorical bonds within which they are confined. Accused during his lifetime of blasphemy and homosexuality, Marlowe still has the power to challenge our assumptions about conventional morality, through his innovative theatricality. By placing less-known plays such as and alongside the acknowledged masterpieces and , this edition gives a full picture of Marlowe's distinctive and provocative talent.