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Summary for Dr. Faustus

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Dr. Faustus Dr.Faustus is an Elizabethan tragedy written by Christopher Marlowe. It was written between 1589 and 1592. This play depicts the character of Dr.Faustus , who sells his soul to the devil for knowledge. Dr.Faustus, the protagonist of this play has pursued doctorate in divinity from Wittenberg University. He is renowned for his knowledge and intelligence. He turns greedy to learn the art of magic (necromancy). Faustus's friends Valdes and Cornelius convince Faustus to learn magic. Faustus conjures Mephistopheles, the devil and asks him to make a deal with Lucifer. He is ready to gain knowledge and power for 24 years for his soul. He agrees and signs the contract with his blood. The word “ Homofuge ” (fly, man) appears on his arm. Faustus begins a second thought. He curses Mephistopheles for causing him lose. The good angel and bad angel arrive before Faustus. The good angel asks him to repent and the evil angel tell him to remain wicked to enjoy thi