Marlowe Mugs
Description: 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!
Description: The Tragical History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus, commonly referred to simply as Doctor Faustus, is an Elizabethan tragedy by Christopher Marlowe, based on German stories about the title character Faust. It was written sometime between 1589 and 1592, and might have been performed between 1592 and Marlowe's death in 1593. Two different versions of the play were published in the Jacobean era, several years later. The powerful effect of early productions of the play is indicated by the legends that quickly accrued around them—that actual devils once appeared on the stage during a performance, "to the great amazement of both the actors and spectators", a sight that was said to have driven some spectators mad.
