Marlowe by Bernard Capes (1923)
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By Bernard Capes · First published 1923 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Biographical Fiction, Literary Fiction · 2,111 words
First lines
"Prithee, Kit, pay me the pound you owe me. "
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Marlowe is listed on Textopian as a novel by Bernard Capes, dated 1923 CE.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Bernard Capes
- Date: 1923 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Biographical Fiction, Literary Fiction
- Length: 2,111 words
- Structure: 1 section, 52 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Discussion starters
- What should a reader notice first when entering Marlowe?
- How does this novel by Bernard Capes fit its genre, period, or classroom use?
- Where does Historical Fiction first become important in the reading?
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — As part of the Historical Vignettes Series, the book is grounded in historical contexts and depicts fictionalised events and characters from history.
- Biographical Fiction — The title 'Marlowe' suggests a focus on a real historical figure - likely Christopher Marlowe, the Elizabethan playwright. Thus, although the story is fictional, it is based on the life of a real person.
- Literary Fiction — Bernard Capes is known for his meticulous writing style, exploring themes and characters deeply, characteristics commonly associated with literary fiction.
Tags
Historical Fiction · Literary Fiction · Classic Literature · Renaissance England · William Marlowe · Poetry · Drama · Tudor Period · Elizabethan Era · English Literature · 16th Century · Marlowe's Works