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The Death of Christopher Marlowe

The Death of Christopher Marlowe

Hotson, J. Leslie
Kittredge, G. L.

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MusiciansFiction AnthologiesBritish History

ISBN10: 1162579382
ISBN13: 9781162579382
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 82
Weight: 0.45
Height: 0.17 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Death of Christopher Marlowe is a book written by J. Leslie Hotson that explores the mysterious death of the famous playwright Christopher Marlowe. Marlowe was a contemporary of William Shakespeare, and his works, including Doctor Faustus and Tamburlaine, were highly influential in the Elizabethan era. However, Marlowe's life was cut short when he was stabbed to death in a tavern in 1593.Hotson's book delves into the circumstances surrounding Marlowe's death, which have long been the subject of speculation and conspiracy theories. Hotson draws on a wealth of historical documents and contemporary accounts to piece together the events leading up to Marlowe's death, including his involvement in espionage and his rumored atheism.The book also explores the political and social climate of Elizabethan England, shedding light on the power struggles and intrigue that may have played a role in Marlowe's demise. Hotson's meticulous research and engaging writing style make The Death of Christopher Marlowe a fascinating read for anyone interested in the life and works of this influential playwright, as well as the history of the Elizabethan era.1925. The author reveals his discovery of documents which describe the true circumstances of the death of the dramatist and poet Christopher Marlowe. An introduction by George Lyman Kittredge, the eminent Shakespeare scholar, is included. Contents: Introduction; Death of Christopher Marlowe; Certificate from the Privy Council; Conclusion; Appendix; Notes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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