The life and work of Christopher Marlowe, an influential Elizabethan playwright and poet, are explored in this engaging narrative. Known for his groundbreaking use of blank verse, Marlowe set the stage for future dramatists, including Shakespeare. His play "Tamburlaine" garnered significant attention and imitation, solidifying his status as a leading figure in London theater before his untimely death. Scholars continue to debate his impact on Shakespeare and the broader landscape of Elizabethan drama, highlighting Marlowe's enduring legacy in literature.
Christopher Marlowe Book order
Christopher Marlowe was a preeminent Elizabethan dramatist and poet, whose work stands alongside William Shakespeare's as a pinnacle of the era. He is renowned for his magnificent blank verse, his overreaching protagonists, and his own mysterious and untimely demise. His plays exhibit a powerful dramatic energy and philosophical depth, cementing his legacy as a master of English tragedy.







- 2024
- 2023
Marlow's Tragedy of Edward the Second, With Intr. Remarks: Notes; Etc. by F.G. Fleay
- 140 pages
- 5 hours of reading
This annotated edition of Marlowe's classic play offers readers a comprehensive guide to one of the most important works of English drama. With detailed commentary on the text, as well as a wealth of scholarly essays and articles, this book is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of theatre.
- 2023
Tragical History Of Dr. Faustus: Greene: Honourable History Of Friar Bacon And Friar Bungay
- 484 pages
- 17 hours of reading
This collection of two plays showcases the literary talent of Christopher Marlowe and Robert Greene, two prominent Elizabethan playwrights. The Tragical History of Dr. Faustus tells the story of a man who sells his soul to the devil in exchange for power and knowledge. Honourable History of Friar Bacon and Friar Bungay is a comedic tale of two friars who use their knowledge of magic to compete for the love of a noblewoman. These influential works continue to captivate audiences today.
- 2023
The Works of Christopher Marlowe; Volume 1
- 430 pages
- 16 hours of reading
A comprehensive collection of the plays, poems and translations of Christopher Marlowe (1564-1593), one of the greatest dramatists of the Elizabethan era, who influenced Shakespeare and other writers. This edition includes critical introductions, textual annotations and biographical information by Arthur Henry Bullen and Richard H. Horne, two eminent scholars of English literature.
- 2023
Dido, Queen of Carthage: A Tragedy
- 90 pages
- 4 hours of reading
This classic play by Christopher Marlowe and Thomas Nash tells the tragic story of Dido, the queen of Carthage, and her doomed love affair with the Trojan hero Aeneas. With powerful language and rich imagery, it is a must-read for fans of Elizabethan drama.
- 2023
The Tragical History of D. Faustus. 1604
- 98 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Christopher Marlowe's play The Tragical History of D. Faustus tells the story of a successful German scholar who turns to black magic and makes a pact with the devil in exchange for unlimited knowledge and power. Considered one of the greatest works of Elizabethan drama, this play raises profound questions about the human condition and the nature of evil. This edition includes notes and commentary to help readers navigate the complex symbolism and metaphysical themes of the play.
- 2023
The Works of Christopher Marlowe; Volume III
- 358 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Considered one of the most important playwrights of the Elizabethan era, Christopher Marlowe's works continue to captivate audiences to this day. This collection includes his most famous works, including Doctor Faustus and Tamburlaine the Great.
- 2023
The Works of Christopher Marlowe [Ed. by G. Robinson]
- 344 pages
- 13 hours of reading
This collection of Christopher Marlowe's works, edited by George Robinson, includes some of the playwright's most famous plays such as 'Doctor Faustus' and 'Tamburlaine'. Robinson's introduction provides valuable context for Marlowe's life and work, and the plays themselves are powerful works of poetry and drama. A must-have for fans of Elizabethan and Jacobean literature.
- 2023
Marlowe, Tragical History of Dr. Faustus
- 498 pages
- 18 hours of reading
The narrative revolves around a man's ambitious pact with the devil, trading his soul for boundless knowledge and power. Renowned for its powerful imagery and memorable characters, this classic of English Renaissance drama has retained its allure for over four centuries. This edition enhances the reading experience with modernized spellings and annotations, making it accessible for contemporary audiences while preserving the essence of Marlowe's timeless work.
- 2023
Tamburlaine the Great - Part 1
- 136 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Focusing on the preservation of a significant classical work, this edition of Tamburlaine the Great - Part 1 has been meticulously reformatted and retyped for clarity and readability. Alpha Editions aims to ensure that this essential piece of literature remains accessible to both contemporary and future readers by providing a modern format, free from the limitations of scanned copies.