Faustus Mugs

We all love a good, tragic hubris-catalyzed story.

Few quotes apply better than this one from The Tragical History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus by Christopher Marlowe. This is an item from our literary collection which pays homage to the literary giants who have shaped the way we see the world. From Langston Hughes’ inspiring verses to Jane Austen's witticisms, our designs transport you to worlds of imagination and enlightenment. Wear the words that resonate with your soul, and celebrate the authors who have left an indelible mark on literature. Surround yourself with the power of words and let your favorite authors inspire you every day. Click on the “Literature” album in our storefront to see all our authors and quotes!

A minimal tribute to a classic.

The History of the Damnable Life and the Deserved Death of Doctor Faustus taken from a facsimile edition of the original print from 1592

The Devil loves books

"Was this the face that launched a thousand ships?" This famous quote from Doctor Faustus by Christopher Marlowe is perfect for any fan of literature, history and theatre.

Who is Doctor Faustus Illuminatus?

They teach you when to use 'den', 'der', 'das' or 'des' - or 'die', 'dem', 'den' - and help you appreciate the language of Hegel, Goethe and Lessing. Give it up for your favorite teacher! Ein Hoch auf den Sprachlehrer!

Thomas Mann was one of the most important writers of his time and the winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature. His major works are The Magic Mountain, Boodenbrooks, Lotte i Weimar, Death in Venice, Doctor Faustus.

Thomas Mann was one of the most important writers of his time and the winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature. His major works are The Magic Mountain, Boodenbrooks, Lotte i Weimar, Death in Venice, Doctor Faustus.

WOT NO SOULS? A Faustian mashup of the old "Kilroy Was Here" graffiti from World War II.

With this image, we celebrate English playwright and poet Christopher Marlow.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe shaped himself in a renaissance way, excelling in various fields: he was a statesman and scientist, a poet, a novelist, a painter! And he was very successful! His most significant contribution to humanity is in literature. At the age of 24, he became a celebrity, his autobiographical novel The Sorrows of Young Werther (1774) is the world's first best-seller. It also sparked and influenced the Romantic movement in literature. The book had haunted Goethe throughout his life. As great men fight great battles, Goethe later faced the ultimate adversary - the Devil. In his play Faust, Goethe examines the human soul's corruption, gifting us a lasting metaphor.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe shaped himself in a renaissance way, excelling in various fields: he was a statesman and scientist, a poet, a novelist, a painter! And he was very successful! His most significant contribution to humanity is in literature. At the age of 24, he became a celebrity, his autobiographical novel The Sorrows of Young Werther (1774) is the world's first best-seller. It also sparked and influenced the Romantic movement in literature. The book had haunted Goethe throughout his life. As great men fight great battles, Goethe later faced the ultimate adversary - the Devil. In his play Faust, Goethe examines the human soul's corruption, gifting us a lasting metaphor.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe shaped himself in a renaissance way, excelling in various fields: he was a statesman and scientist, a poet, a novelist, a painter! And he was very successful! His most significant contribution to humanity is in literature. At the age of 24, he became a celebrity, his autobiographical novel The Sorrows of Young Werther (1774) is the world's first best-seller. It also sparked and influenced the Romantic movement in literature. The book had haunted Goethe throughout his life. As great men fight great battles, Goethe later faced the ultimate adversary - the Devil. In his play Faust, Goethe examines the human soul's corruption, gifting us a lasting metaphor.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe shaped himself in a renaissance way, excelling in various fields: he was a statesman and scientist, a poet, a novelist, a painter! And he was very successful! His most significant contribution to humanity is in literature. At the age of 24, he became a celebrity, his autobiographical novel The Sorrows of Young Werther (1774) is the world's first best-seller. It also sparked and influenced the Romantic movement in literature. The book had haunted Goethe throughout his life. As great men fight great battles, Goethe later faced the ultimate adversary - the Devil. In his play Faust, Goethe examines the human soul's corruption, gifting us a lasting metaphor.

For those who love the fast lane lifestyle and still apricate a good literary pun.

Faustian Spirit

thanks a lot to my team!

Civil War Federal Drummer Boy Skeleton In White is a historic design of a skeleton beating a snare drum. A Union Army drummer brought to life for ghouls and boos as a skeletal Halloween costume. A marching band drummer boy advocating freedom and rights. Are you a historian with a fascination for everything relating to the American civil war? Do you bring American history to the fore in civil war reenactment? A historical event combined with a modern design for reenactors and Day Of The Dead festivities. ABOUT THE ART ©‎ ‎14 ‎August ‎2013, ‏‎09:29:52 Tracey Harrington Simpson

Christopher Marlowe, also known as Kit Marlowe (/ˈmɑːrloʊ/; 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...

CHRISTOPHER MARLOWE, POP ART COLOURS - poet, spy, Elizabethan, friend of Shakespeare. Christopher Marlowe, also known as Kit Marlowe (/ˈmɑːrloʊ/; 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...

Mephistopheles visits Doctor Faustus in his "study" and says this famous quote.

An imagining of Mephistopheles

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe shaped himself in a renaissance way, excelling in various fields: he was a statesman and scientist, a poet, a novelist, a painter! And he was very successful! His most significant contribution to humanity is in literature. At the age of 24, he became a celebrity, his autobiographical novel The Sorrows of Young Werther (1774) is the world's first best-seller. It also sparked and influenced the Romantic movement in literature. The book had haunted Goethe throughout his life. As great men fight great battles, Goethe later faced the ultimate adversary - the Devil. In his play Faust, Goethe examines the human soul's corruption, gifting us a lasting metaphor.