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The Life and Death of Doctor Faustus Made Into a Farce
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781023242219
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.18
Height: 0.10 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A comedic take on a timeless tragedy, Life and Death of Doctor Faustus Made into a Farce offers a unique adaptation of the classic Faust legend. This historical drama, meticulously prepared for print, reimagines the story of the scholar who makes a pact with the devil.
Written by William Mountfort, this play blends elements of farce and satire with the enduring themes of ambition, morality, and the consequences of forbidden knowledge explored in the original Faustian narrative. Experience a darkly humorous interpretation of the infamous bargain, offering a different perspective on the iconic tale. This edition allows readers to revisit a significant adaptation of a story that continues to resonate across centuries. A cornerstone of European drama and a fascinating example of literary adaptation.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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