Overview

The Jew of Malta, written by English playwright Christopher Marlowe around 1590. The play tells the story of Barabas, a wealthy Jewish merchant living in Malta, who is stripped of his wealth and seeks revenge on the Christian community that has wronged him. The play is a dark comedy that explores themes of greed, revenge, and the consequences of religious prejudice. Marlowe's work is a satirical portrayal of a society plagued by corruption, offering a critical examination of power dynamics and morality in Renaissance Europe. 

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