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Faust , Faustus , or Johann Faust , fl. 16th cent., learned German doctor who traveled widely, performed magical feats, and died under mysterious circumstances. According to legend he had sold his soul to the devil (personified by Mephistopheles in many literary versions) in exchange for youth, knowledge, and magical power. Innumerable folk tales and invented stories were attached to his name. The first printed version is the Volksbuch (1587) of Johann Spiess, which, in English translation, was the basis of Christopher Marlowe's play Dr. Faustus (c.1588). Many versions followed,... Read more

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Faust, the subject of the great dramas of Marlowe and Goethe...the period. For Marlowe's play see Dr Faustus . Goethe's Faust (Pt I, 1808; Pt II, 1832) begins with a Prologue in Heaven...obtains permission to try to effect the ruin of the soul of Faust. The play itself opens with a soliloquy by ... Read more

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Faust The legend of Faust is well known in Germany and western Europe. The hero of the tale, a German magician named Faust, or Faustus, agreed to sell his soul to the devil in exchange for youth... Read more

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	HE MADE THE DEVIL DO IT; IN "FAUST,' THE TITLE CHARACTER GETS HIS DUE.(Stars) ; Byline: David Ramsey Staff writer Faust seeks truth. Faust covets youth. Faust meets the devil. Faust heads for trouble. Faust, which opens Syracuse Opera's 27th season, is packed with the large issues of life. It follows the winding path of a scientist... Read more
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