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Tragical History of Doctor Faustus (1616 version)

Tragical History of Doctor Faustus (1616 version)

Written by: Christopher Marlowe
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 Dive into the haunting tale of The Tragical History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus, a masterpiece by Christopher Marlowe that explores the dark depths of ambition and desire. In this riveting play, Faustus, a man of great intellect, makes the fateful decision to sell his soul to the devil in exchange for ultimate power and knowledge. First published posthumously in 1604, this recording brings to life the 1616 quarto, which features notable revisions and additions compared to the earlier edition. No other Elizabethan play outside of Shakespeare has sparked as much debate as Doctor Faustus, with its complex themes and rich interpretations. Join us as we navigate this timeless story that continues to resonate through the ages. (Summary by Wikipedia and Algy Pug)Copyright Short Stories Art Drama & Plays Entertainment & Performing Arts
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  • 005 - Act 5

    005 - Act 5
    Feb 23 2026
    Dive into the haunting tale of The Tragical History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus, a masterpiece by Christopher Marlowe that explores the dark depths of ambition and desire. In this riveting play, Faustus, a man of great intellect, makes the fateful decision to sell his soul to the devil in exchange for ultimate power and knowledge. First published posthumously in 1604, this recording brings to life the 1616 quarto, which features notable revisions and additions compared to the earlier edition. No other Elizabethan play outside of Shakespeare has sparked as much debate as Doctor Faustus, with its complex themes and rich interpretations. Join us as we navigate this timeless story that continues to resonate through the ages. (Summary by Wikipedia and Algy Pug)
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    23 mins
  • 004 - Act 4

    004 - Act 4
    Feb 23 2026
    Dive into the haunting tale of The Tragical History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus, a masterpiece by Christopher Marlowe that explores the dark depths of ambition and desire. In this riveting play, Faustus, a man of great intellect, makes the fateful decision to sell his soul to the devil in exchange for ultimate power and knowledge. First published posthumously in 1604, this recording brings to life the 1616 quarto, which features notable revisions and additions compared to the earlier edition. No other Elizabethan play outside of Shakespeare has sparked as much debate as Doctor Faustus, with its complex themes and rich interpretations. Join us as we navigate this timeless story that continues to resonate through the ages. (Summary by Wikipedia and Algy Pug)
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    39 mins
  • 003 - Act 3

    003 - Act 3
    Feb 23 2026
    Dive into the haunting tale of The Tragical History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus, a masterpiece by Christopher Marlowe that explores the dark depths of ambition and desire. In this riveting play, Faustus, a man of great intellect, makes the fateful decision to sell his soul to the devil in exchange for ultimate power and knowledge. First published posthumously in 1604, this recording brings to life the 1616 quarto, which features notable revisions and additions compared to the earlier edition. No other Elizabethan play outside of Shakespeare has sparked as much debate as Doctor Faustus, with its complex themes and rich interpretations. Join us as we navigate this timeless story that continues to resonate through the ages. (Summary by Wikipedia and Algy Pug)
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    37 mins
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