Marlowe- The greatest playwright

Christopher "Kit" Marlowe (1564–30 May 1593) was a major dramatist, poet, and translator of English Renaissance drama. Many people believe he is the best Elizabethan tragedian before William Shakespeare. His plays delved into controversial matters such as devil worship (Doctor Faustus), homosexuality (Edward II), and anti-Semitism (The Jew of Malta). All of which raised questions and rumours about his own self, especially after he died. One of the many rumours was that he was an Atheist; a punishable crime at that time. His death also was quite controversial. He was reported to be killed in a tavern brawl with a stab to the eye that entered his brain. However there is historical evidence relating to him being an agent and that his death was related to this role in his life.

Of course there is much scepticism over Marlowe’s life however it is undoubtable with the great works he produced, he was one of the greatest playwrights ever to have lived.