The Jew of Malta by Christopher Marlowe
The Jew of Malta by Christopher Marlowe Christopher Marlowe Life and Work: Life: Born: February 26, 1564, in Canterbury, England. Education: Attended Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. Scholarship: Known for his intelligence and scholarship, Marlowe was associated with a group of scholars known as the "University Wits." Espionage: Speculations persist about Marlowe's involvement in espionage for the English government. Literary Career: Flourished in the late 16th century, contemporaneous with William Shakespeare. Controversial Views: Marlowe held unconventional religious and political views, which led to accusations of atheism and heresy. Works: "Dido, Queen of Carthage" (c. 1586-1587): An early work, possibly co-written with Thomas Nashe, based on the story of Dido and Aeneas. "Tamburlaine, Parts 1 and 2" (c. 1587-1588): A two-part play that brought Marlowe considerable fame. It is a blank verse epic...