The Death of Christopher Marlowe is a non-fiction book written by J. Leslie Hotson. The book explores the mysterious death of the famous Elizabethan playwright, Christopher Marlowe, who was killed in a tavern brawl in 1593. Hotson uses a variety of historical documents, including court records and eyewitness accounts, to piece together the events leading up to Marlowe's death.The book delves into Marlowe's life and work, examining his controversial plays and his involvement in espionage, which may have led to his untimely demise. Hotson also explores the political and social climate of Elizabethan England, shedding light on the tensions and conflicts that may have contributed to Marlowe's death.The Death of Christopher Marlowe is a fascinating and well-researched account of one of the most intriguing mysteries of the Elizabethan era. It offers a unique perspective on Marlowe's life and death, and provides insight into the cultural and political landscape of the time.This is a new release of the original 1925 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.