Although extremely intelligent and educated, Faustus is blinded by his own greed. ... In short, Lucifer states that he and his servants are coming for Faustus' soul. ... "But Faustus' offense can ne'er be pardoned; The serpent that tempted Eve may be saved but not Faustus" (5,2,60-64). Faustus is certainly in a very depressive and illogical state. ... As the play draws to the conclusion hope fades for Faustus and it becomes painfully clear that Faustus will not escape his fate. ...

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• Grade Level: High School

In the play The Tragical History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus by Christopher Marlowe, Faustus says he will do many wonderful things with his power but ends up mostly using it for his own selfish purposes. ... Faustus creates an enchanted, floating castle for the Duke of Vanholt. ... Dr. ... Faustus talks himself into making many blunders. ... Faustus wants to do good at first but then the power gets to his head. ...

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• Grade Level: High School