Christophe Marlowe: 1 book

The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus (1604) a play by Christopher Marlowe is based on the medieval legend of a German scholar and magician. Faustus sells his soul to the devil for knowledge and power. The deal with Lucifer is sealed in Faustus' own blood. Faustus of course lives a damned life and cries out to Christ for salvation.