The world of Christopher Marlowe
2004, 1st edition. London : Faber. Fine cloth copy in a near-fine, very slightly sun-toned dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Provenance: Bookplate of John F. Ashby. Item #389295
ISBN: 0571221599
Physical description: xiii, 411 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm. Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 377-397) and index. Contents: Citizen Marlowe -- Lessons learned in childhood -- Speaking like a Roman -- Scholars and gentlemen -- Thinking like a Roman -- The teacher of desire -- Plots and counter plots -- Proceeding in the arts -- In the theatre of the idols -- Notoriety -- "He is like Dr. Faustus" -- Double agents -- The counterfeiters -- Waiting for the end -- In the theatre of God's judgements. Subjects: Marlowe, Christopher 1564-1593 Biography; Dramatists, English Early modern, 1500-1700; Social conditions; Literature: History & Criticism; England Social conditions 16th century.
Price: €18.00