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Notes About The Literary Touchstone Classics Edition of Dr. Faustus
We think the Literary Touchstone Classic edition of Dr. Faustus is the best for classroom use. These affordable editions of beloved works are designed by former educators with the needs of both teachers and students in mind.
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About the Book Dr. Faustus
Imagine trading your soul for knowledge and power. That’s the captivating premise of Dr. Faustus, Christopher Marlowe’s iconic play. Written in the late 16th century, this timeless story explores the dark consequences of giving in to temptation.
John Faustus is a brilliant scholar dissatisfied with the limits of traditional forms of knowledge. Eager for more power and understanding, Faustus turns to necromancy, summoning the demon Mephistopheles. In exchange for 24 years of limitless knowledge and magical powers, Faustus agrees to give his soul to Lucifer.
Throughout the play, Faustus uses his newfound abilities for a variety of purposes—from tricks performed for nobility to summoning historical figures. However, he remains deeply conflicted about his bargain. Despite numerous opportunities for repentance, Faustus continues down his path of damnation, ultimately facing eternal torment.
The play culminates in Faustus’s final hours, where he laments his choices and the irreversible pact he made. His tragic end serves as a powerful reminder of the perils of ambition unchecked by moral constraints.
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