Publisher's Synopsis
Tamburlaine The Great is a play written by Christopher Marlowe and published in 1919. The play is set in the 14th century and follows the rise to power of a shepherd named Tamburlaine, who becomes a powerful conqueror and ruler of vast territories across the Middle East and Asia. The play is divided into two parts, with each part consisting of five acts. The first part focuses on Tamburlaine's early years as a shepherd and his rise to power, while the second part deals with the consequences of his actions and the challenges he faces as a ruler. Throughout the play, Tamburlaine is portrayed as a ruthless and ambitious character, who will stop at nothing to achieve his goals. He is depicted as a conqueror who is driven by his desire for power, wealth, and glory. The play explores themes such as ambition, power, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. It also raises questions about the nature of leadership and the responsibilities that come with it. Overall, Tamburlaine The Great is a classic play that has been praised for its powerful language, vivid imagery, and complex characters. It remains a popular work of literature and is often studied in schools and universities around the world.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.
