Dr Faustus: A Text
Paperback Published on: 15/07/2003
Price: £17.00
Synopsis
Weary of academic study, an eminent scholar turns to magic and makes a deal with the Devil. Mephistopheles will serve him and give him whatever he wants, but after twenty-four years Faustus must keep his side of the bargain.
This edition contains a detailed introductory section that puts the play in its historical context, in-depth textual notes, extracts from key critical works and exam-style questions.
Publisher information
- Publisher: Pearson Education Limited
- ISBN: 9780582817807
- Number of pages: 200
- Dimensions: 226 x 152 x 10 mm
- Weight: 300g
- Languages: English
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Pleasantly surprised
This book was bought as part of my set texts for AA100 OU course. although a lover of more modern thetre thisd is the first pre1900 play I have read since ... READ MORE
For Study or For Pleasure
Whether you require this book as a set text, a dramatic resource or simply as an interesting read I would highly recommend it.
The layout allows easy and q... READ MORE
Much better than expected!
I was dreading having to read this as part of an OU course but it was much more entertaining that expected and I actually read it twice! Reading it along w... READ MORE
Dr Faustus: A Text
How can one play open up so many lines of enquiry? As complex as it is wonderful!
Surprising
I havent read the other reviews but I suspect others are buying this as part of the OU module, and likee it's been a long time since I have read a reinasse... READ MORE
It was a really good read
I bought this for my OU studies. I don't generally like reading plays, but I really enjoyed this one!