Trace Faustus descent into mediocrity through the juxtaposition of Faustus use of magic and he Clown(Robins) use of magic throughout the play

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Faustus is a clever and very determined man. He learns things that he should have not known and therefore he behaves like any other man who could find himself in a similar position. However, what is most conspicuous is the contrast with clown and Robin’s behavior in the entire story. His actions of using the magic power for comedy resembles the actions of Robin. The first instance that Faustus behaviors resemble that of clown/Robin is evident in the dialogue between clown and Wagner. Where clown wishes to learn the tools and skills of Wagner. Clown states that “I will, sir: but hark you, master: will you teach me this conjuring occupation?” (Marlowe 12). The most famous symbol that shows how Faustus becomes as silly as clown himself is when he wishes to be like Wagner. It shows his mediocrity as his wish to conciliate Mephistiphoilis like how Clown does. Secondly in the play where Faustus behaves normally like other human beings are evident in Robin and his interactions with Dick. Faustus says that ” I walk the horses! I scorn’t faith I have other matters in hand: let the horses walk themselves, an they will_” (pg. 23). The incident is supposed to show the actions that fools can do over simple transactions with material goods. The scene is hypothetical to contrast with Faustus previous dealings with the horses he sold, to portray how low Faustus has deformed to find any element of entertainment. “Robins words that he will grow horn to those people who caused worry to him is evident with Faustus after facing opposition and removal from office” (pg.

49). In conclusion due to Faustus ends up losing his power and becomes meaningless like the character who made fun of him.
Work CitedMarlowe, Christopher. Doctor Faustus. Routledge, 2005.