Christopher Marlowe

The Tragedy of Dido Queene of Carthage (eBook, ePUB)

Love, Betrayal, and Power in Elizabethan Drama

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Produktbeschreibung

Christopher Marlowe's 'The Tragedy of Dido Queene of Carthage' is a poignant play that delves into themes of love, betrayal, and power. Written in the Elizabethan era, the play features a captivating narrative filled with emotional depth and political intrigue. Marlowe's use of blank verse and poetic language elevates the text, giving it a timeless quality that continues to resonate with readers today. The portrayal of Queen Dido's tragic love affair with Aeneas serves as a reflection on the consequences of desire and ambition. As a prominent figure in Elizabethan literature, Christopher Marlowe was known for his bold and daring works that challenged societal norms. His exploration of complex characters and their motivations in 'The Tragedy of Dido Queene of Carthage' showcases his ability to create compelling and thought-provoking storytelling. Marlowe's own experiences and observations of human behavior likely influenced his writing, leading to the creation of a play that remains a classic in English literature. I highly recommend 'The Tragedy of Dido Queene of Carthage' to readers interested in exploring the depths of human emotions and the complexities of power dynamics. Marlowe's skillful storytelling and profound insights make this play a must-read for anyone seeking a rich and engaging literary experience.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 133
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. März 2020
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066107581
• Artikelnr.: 59303581

Autorenporträt

Christopher Marlowe, also known as Kit Marlowe (/'m¿¿rlo¿/; baptised 26 February 1564 - 30 May 1593), was an English playwright, poet and translator of the Elizabethan era.[1] Marlowe was the foremost Elizabethan tragedian of his day.[2] He greatly influenced William Shakespeare, who was born in the same year as Marlowe and who rose to become the pre-eminent Elizabethan playwright after Marlowe's mysterious early death. Marlowe's plays are known for the use of blank verse and their overreaching protagonists. Some scholars believe that a warrant was issued for Marlowe's arrest on 18 May 1593.[3] No reason was given for it, though it was thought to be connected to allegations of blasphemy-a manuscript believed to have been written by Marlowe was said to contain "vile heretical conceipts". On 20 May, he was brought to the court to attend on the Privy Council for questioning. There is no record of their having met that day and his being commanded to attend on them each day thereafter, until "licensed to the contrary". Ten days later, he was stabbed to death by Ingram Frizer. Whether or not the stabbing was connected to his arrest remains unknown Marlowe was born in Canterbury to shoemaker John Marlowe and his wife Catherine. His date of birth is not known but he was baptised on 26 February 1564 and is likely to have been born a few days before, making him two months older than William Shakespeare, who was baptised on 26 April 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon. Marlowe attended The King's School in Canterbury (where a house is named after him) and Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, where he studied on a scholarship and received his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1584.[5] In 1587, the university hesitated to award him his Master of Arts degree because of a rumour that he intended to go to the English college at Rheims, presumably to prepare for ordination as a Roman Catholic priest. His degree was awarded on schedule when the Privy Council intervened on his behalf, commending him for his "faithful dealing" and "good service" to the Queen.[6] The nature of Marlowe's service was not specified by the Council, but its letter to the Cambridge authorities has provoked much speculation, notably the theory that Marlowe was operating as a secret agent working for Sir Francis Walsingham.[7] No direct evidence supports this theory, although the Council's letter itself is an evidence that Marlowe had served the government in some secret capacity