Christopher Marlowe and Canterbury
Christopher Marlowe and Canterbury by William Urry, published by Faber & Faber in 1988, is a first edition that spans 184 pages. This book presents an account of the life of Christopher Marlowe, focusing on the events leading up to his murder in 1593, a pivotal moment in English literary history. Urry explores Marlowe’s ancestry, his formative years in Canterbury, and his education at Cambridge, providing insights into the life of a dramatist who was already a figure of intrigue at a young age.
Readers will find a detailed examination of Marlowe’s early influences and the societal context that surrounded him. The narrative delves into the complexities of his identity and the controversies that marked his life, reflecting on the impact of his work and persona in literary London. This biography offers a comprehensive look at the elements that shaped Marlowe’s legacy, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of his life and the era in which he lived.
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The murder of Christopher Marlowe in 1593 is one of the most famous (and controversial) events in the history of English literature. It was the bloody climax to a life notorious even to his contemporaries, for at age of 29, the atheist, homosexual dramatist was already the subject of the wildest specualtion. Here is an account of Marlowe’s ancestry, his Canterbury youth, his Cambridge education and his dazzling appearance in literary London.
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