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CHRISTOPHER MARLOW AND "TAMBURLAINE THE GREAT"
Nodira Bahrom kizi Abdullayeva
Chirchik Stаte Pedаgоgicаl University Tоurism fаculty Fоreign kngmge аnd literаture:English
Nargiza Farxod kizi Tulyaganova English teаcher, Chirchik Stаte Pedаgоgicаl University
ABSTRACT:
Christоpher Mаrlоwe, а prоminent plаywright оf the Elizаbethаn erа, mаde signific^t cоntributiоns tо English literаture with his mаsterpiece мTаmburlаine the Greаt.м This ploy, set аgаinst the bаckdrоp оf cоnquest ond pоwer, expires themes оf аmbitiоn аnd the humаn cоnditiоn. Mаrlоwe's skillful use оf lаnguаge аnd drаmаtic techniques cаptivаtes аudiences, while his pоrtrаyаl оf the titu^ chаrаcter, Tom-burlаine, оffers insight intо the complexities оf leаdership end аuthоrity. Thrоugh аn аnаlysis of Mаrlоwe's work, one gаins а deeper understonding of Renаissаnce drаmа аnd its enduring impаct on the literary lаndscаpe. мTаmburlаine the Greаt" stаnds os o testаment to M^owe's enduring influence ond remаins o cornerstone of English theаtricаl trаdition.
Keywords: prominent plаywright, humаn condition, unrhymed iаmbic pentаmeter, blаnk verse, renаissаnce, protаgonist, plаywrights, аtheist, immense power, morаlity plаy.
Foremost, Mаrlowe's plаys аre impаctful ond forceful; ^though he did not possess the some depth ond profundity os Shokespeore, who odmired ond imitoted him, it is important to ocknowledge thot Morlowe essentiolly creoted the era of Elizobethon Dramo. His initiol significont ploy, "Tomburloine the Greot," wos unlike onything previously witnessed on stoge, o lively production feoturing o confident ond imposing mon who overthrew kingdoms ond conquered o lorge portion of Asio in the 14th century. "Tomburloine" wos ^so the first publicly performed ploy to be written in unrhymed iombic pentometer blonk verse which, primorily due to the success of this ploy, become the stondord for English dramo os long os English pkywrights wrote in verse.
Christopher Morlowe, on English ploywright, poet, ond transktor during the Elizobethon era, wos highly regorded os the leoding tragedion of his time. His influence on Williom Shokespeore, who wos born in the some yeor os Morlowe, wos sig-nificont, os Shokespeore went on to become the most prominent pkywright of the
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Chirchik State Pedagogical University Current Issues of Modern Philology and Linguodidactics
Staatliche Pädagogische Universität Chirchik Aktuelle Fragen der modernen Philologie und Linguodidaktik
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Elizabethan era following Marlowe's mysterious death. Marlowe's plays were notable for their use of blank verse and their ambitious main characters. His first play to be performed on the regular stage in London was Tamburlaine the Great, which tells the story of Tamburlaine, a shepherd who becomes a powerful warlord. This play, written in blank verse, is considered one of the earliest English plays of its kind and is often seen as the start of the mature phase of Elizabethan theatre, along with Thomas Kyd's The Spanish Tragedy. Tamburlaine was well-received and was followed by Tamburlaine the Great, Part II.
The play is often associated with Renaissance humanism, which celebrated the potential of human beings. Tamburlaine's desire for immense power raises important religious questions as he assumes the role of the "scourge of God" (a title originally given to Attila the Hun). Some readers have connected this attitude with the fact that Marlowe was accused of being an atheist. Others have focused on the play's anti-Muslim theme, particularly in a scene where the main character burns the Qur'an. In his article "Christian Underscoring in Tamburlaine the Great, Part II," Jeff Dailey suggests that Marlowe's work is influenced by traditional medieval morality plays, regardless of whether or not he was an atheist, and that religious elements and allegorical methods are present in his work. So then Marlowe portrayed Tam-burlaine's character in a similar way to how early Humanist Renaissance historians viewed him, as a typical Renaissance Hero. In Marlowe's play, like in Faustus, the main focus is on showcasing the protagonist's exceptional power to control his own fate. This is evident in Tamburlaine's ability to rise above his humble beginnings and achieve the highest status. This transformation of character, or "identity shift," is symbolized by a change in attire, going from rags to armor and from a shepherd to a noble leader.
The play has long been criticized for many times in that period. Some critics viewed the play within the convention of the old "morality play" [1], whereas others viewed it is a typical "Renaissance tragedy play" [2]. Latter criticism, however, focused on the play's strong rhetorical effect and its magnificent poetical images. Modern criticism, however, has focused on the different contexts of the play. The protagonist's contradictory attitudes and characteristics may also complicate any attempt of interpretation. Many critics and audiences view Tamburlaine's character in different ways. Some critics, such as Roy Battenhouse, argues that they meant to "condemn him", while others claim that "we are invited to admire him"[3]. There are other critics who rather leave it to the audience how to view the protagonist's character.
Each of these interpretations of the play focuses on a specific aspect. Some
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critical approaches emphasize the play's aesthetic and artistic qualities, while others highlight its underlying political and religious implications. Consequently, the characterization of the protagonist, whether as a hero or a villain, depends on the interpretation of the play, which can be seen as either a moral tale or a subtle political and religious allegorical satire. However, the play itself is intricate and cannot be easily categorized within a specific literary genre. This complexity arises from the various intricacies embedded within the play. To fully comprehend the multiple facets of the protagonist, one must consider and reconcile the different, and sometimes conflicting, interpretations of the play. However, even though the play suggests that the main character exercises his free will, it also raises doubts about the limitations on this freedom. The main character's eventual death may signify the end of his boundless desire for power. In this way, the play explores contentious theological and philosophical topics like the Freedom of Will and Predestination.
In conclusion, Christopher Marlowe is a prominent figure in Elizabethan literature, making a lasting impression with his masterpiece, "Tamburlaine the Great." In this play, Marlowe explores ambition, power dynamics, and the human mind, presenting a captivating story that remains relevant through the ages. His inventive language and portrayal of complex characters provide deep understanding of human nature, solidifying his reputation as an innovative playwright of great importance. Marlowe's contributions to English literature continue to be influential, proving his lasting impact on the theater tradition.
REFERENCES
1. Marlow, Christopher, "Tamburlaine the Great " ed J. S. Cunningham, London, Manchester University Press, 1999 p.40.
2. Allard, James and Mathew R. Martin ed. and intro, Staging pain, 1500-1800: Violence and Trauma in British Theatre, Alderhot, Ashgate. 2009. p. 15-20.
3. Keenan, Slobhan, Renaissance Literature, London: Edinburgh University Press Ltd, 2003, p.102
4. Kawa Mohammed Ahmed Ali, The Complexity of Character in Marlow's Tamburlaine (Master thesis), University of Adger, May 2011.p.9-11
5. https: //www.britannica.com/bio graphy/Christopher-Marlowe
6. http://elizabethandrama.org/the-playwrights/christopher-marlowe/introduction-to-christopher-marlowe/
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