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The Tragical History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus

by Christopher Marlowe · 1905

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Marlowe's play has two different recognized texts, with most editions based on the B text. Due to recent arguments for the authenticity of A, this edition is based on the A text. It includes a discussion of biographical, dramatic and theatrical aspects of the play.

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