What inspired Marlowe to explore the theme of ambition in Dr. Faustus?
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What inspired Marlowe to explore the theme of ambition in Dr. Faustus?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about whether Faustus's downfall was his own fault or fate?
How do you think the play's language and poetic style influence its dark, intense mood?