Marlowe’s Tamburlaine the Great and the Tragedy of Karbala  

作　　者：Bushra Juhi Jani 

机构地区：[1]Al-Nahrain University,Baghdad,Iraq

出　　处：《Cultural and Religious Studies》2023年第8期351-360,共10页文化与宗教研究（英文版）

摘　　要：This essay analyses Christopher Marlowe’s play Tamburlaine the Great and its intricate interweaving of historical events and cultural nuances.Focusing on the character of Tamburlaine,the essay explores themes of power,revenge,and divine justice within the context of the broader Shiite-Sunni conflict and the tragic history of Imam Al-Hussein.By examining Marlowe’s incorporation of historical accounts and creative narrative techniques,the essay highlights how the play provides insights into the complexities of human ambition,political manoeuvring,and the consequences of wielding authority.Ultimately,Tamburlaine the Great is shown to be a timeless exploration of the interplay between history,religion,and individual agency,inviting readers to reflect on the enduring relevance of its themes in both historical and contemporary contexts.

关 键 词：Tamburlaine the Great the tragedy of Karbala REVENGE Marlowe Shiite-Sunni conflict 

分 类 号：H31[语言文字—英语]