Marlowe, Christopher (1564-1593) - English poet and dramatist. His legendary
life, full of reckless adventure and unconventionality, ended when he was
stabbed in the eye in a tavern brawl at the age of 29. Marlowe is known as
the greatest Elizabethan author before Shakespeare.
The Passionate Shepherd to His Love (1599) - One of the most popular
Elizabethan poems. Opening lines: Come live with me and be my Love, / And
we will all the pleasures prove ...
