Set in Malta, a European island off the coast of Italy, The Famous
Tragedy of the Rich Jew of Malta by Christopher Marlowe follows a
rich Jewish merchant, Barabas, who enjoys the privileges that his
wealth allows. When the governor of Malta, Ferneze, summons Barabas
to his office, Barabas is intrigued and complies immediately.
However, when the governor tells Barabas of a deal he is keeping
with the Turks, Barabas is appalled. Ferneze demands that Barabas
gives up half of his wealth in order to help the government pay
tribute to the Turks, but the merchant refuses to cooperate,
protesting the injustice. Filled with anger, Ferneze then decides
to seize all of Barabas' assets, including his home. Unable to
dispute the decision, Barabas leaves to begin plotting his revenge.
First, he is determined to recover the treasure he has hidden
around his home, which Ferneze turned into a convent to mock
Barabas' own religious beliefs. After his plan to steal back some
of the hidden fortune in his house is successful, Barabas begins to
enact his revenge. Using his daughter as a pawn, Barabas promises
to marry her to two men. As Barabas continues his cunning scheme to
harm Ferneze, a chain of tragedies ensues, involving manipulation,
murder, and even the threat of war. Christopher Marlowe's The
Famous Tragedy of the Rich Jew of Malta was an immediate success
following its first performance in 1592. Compelled by the drama,
characterization and the complex themes of religion, class,
capitalism, and prejudice, audiences have been invested in
Marlowe's tragedy for centuries. This edition of The Famous Tragedy
of the Rich Jew of Malta by Christopher Marlowe is now presented in
an easy-to-read font and features a striking new cover decision,
creating an accessible reading experience. With these
accommodations, The Famous Tragedy of the Rich Jew of Malta is
restored to modern standards while the original genius and vivid
imagery of Marlowe's work is preserved.
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