Dr. Faustus by Christopher Marlowe

Dr. Faustus

Christopher Marlowe

80 pages first pub 1589 (editions)

fiction classics play dark mysterious reflective medium-paced

Description

"Dr. Faustus" is Christopher Marlowe's version of the famous legend of a doctor who sells his soul to the devil in exchange for knowledge and power. Originally published in 1600 this drama is based on an earlier anonymous German work (c. 1587) whi...

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Moods

dark 84%
challenging 38%
reflective 37%
mysterious 34%
tense 32%
funny 26%
adventurous 16%
sad 12%
emotional 9%
informative 6%
inspiring 2%

Pace

medium 43%
fast 41%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 65% | A mix: 28% | Plot: 4% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 35% | Yes: 35% | No: 27% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 68% | It's complicated: 23% | Yes: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | Yes: 5% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 96% | No: 2%

Average rating

3.62

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