John Faustus (character)

John Faustus is the main character in Christopher Marlowe's play "Doctor Faustus." He is a highly knowledgeable scholar who becomes dissatisfied with traditional academic pursuits and seeks greater power and knowledge through magic. Faustus makes a pact with the devil, selling his soul in exchange for 24 years of service from the demon Mephistopheles. The story explores themes of ambition, the limits of human knowledge, and the consequences of hubris. Ultimately, Faustus grapples with his choice and faces dire consequences, serving as a cautionary tale about the dangers of overreaching ambition and the quest for forbidden knowledge.