The Death of Christopher Marlowe (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161363111)

The Death of Christopher Marlowe is a non-fiction book written by J. Leslie Hotson. It explores the mysterious circumstances surrounding the death of the renowned Elizabethan playwright and poet Christopher Marlowe. Marlowe was killed in a tavern brawl in 1593, but the circumstances of his death have long been shrouded in mystery and controversy.Hotson's book draws on a wealth of historical and literary sources to piece together the events leading up to Marlowe's death and the subsequent investigation. He explores the various theories that have been put forward over the years, including the possibility that Marlowe was murdered as part of a political conspiracy, or that his death was faked and he went into hiding.The book also provides a fascinating insight into the world of Elizabethan theatre and the political and social climate of the time. It offers a vivid portrait of Marlowe himself, his life and work, and the impact he had on the world of literature.Overall, The Death of Christopher Marlowe is a compelling and meticulously researched account of one of the most enduring mysteries of Elizabethan England. It is a must-read for anyone with an interest in Shakespeare, Marlowe, or the history of English literature.1925. The author reveals his discovery of documents which describe the true circumstances of the death of the dramatist and poet Christopher Marlowe. An introduction by George Lyman Kittredge, the eminent Shakespeare scholar, is included. Contents: Introduction; Death of Christopher Marlowe; Certificate from the Privy Council; Conclusion; Appendix; Notes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: J. Leslie Hotson, G. L. Kittredge
ISBN-10: 1161363114
ISBN-13: 9781161363111
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 82
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.07lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d