The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus

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The narrative centers on Faustus, a German scholar who makes a Faustian bargain with Lucifer for magical powers and knowledge. Initially, he revels in his newfound abilities, but as time passes, he realizes that the deal leads to emptiness and despair. The play explores themes of ambition, the quest for knowledge, and the consequences of one's choices, culminating in Faustus's harrowing confrontation with the reality of eternal damnation as his contract nears its end.