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Christopher Marlowe

Definition: Christopher Marlowe was an English playwright, poet, and translator who is considered one of the greatest playwrights in English literature. He was a contemporary of William Shakespeare and a significant figure in the Elizabethan drama.

Usage:

1. Christopher Marlowe's works, including plays like "Doctor Faustus" and "Tamburlaine the Great," are renowned for their powerful language and compelling characters.
2. Many scholars believe that Christopher Marlowe's untimely death at the age of 29 robbed the world of a talented playwright who had the potential to surpass even Shakespeare.
3. The influence of Christopher Marlowe's writing can be seen in several of Shakespeare's plays, with similarities in themes and dramatic techniques.

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