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Notable poets, novelists, and playwrights who shaped English literature from the Romantic period to contemporary times.

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Redemption in A Christmas Carol

Explore the theme of redemption in Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' through Scrooge's transformative journey. This summary highlights key character relationships, including Marley, Bob Cratchit, and Fred, and examines the motifs of greed, social responsibility, and the impact of Christmas spirit. Ideal for students studying character development and thematic analysis in literature.

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Scrooge's Transformation Insights

Explore key quotes from 'A Christmas Carol' that illustrate Scrooge's journey from isolation to redemption. This analysis covers themes of class disparity, compassion, and personal growth, highlighting the significance of Dickens' social commentary. Ideal for students studying character development and thematic elements in literature.

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Wilfred Owen's Exposure Analysis

Explore a detailed analysis of 'Exposure' by Wilfred Owen, focusing on themes of war, suffering, and the power of nature. This study note covers key literary devices, including metaphor, personification, and imagery, while examining the emotional impact of the poem on soldiers during WW1. Ideal for GCSE English Literature students seeking to deepen their understanding of war poetry.

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Scrooge's Transformation Insights

Explore the pivotal themes and character dynamics in Stave 1 of 'A Christmas Carol'. This summary delves into Ebenezer Scrooge's cold demeanor, the haunting visit from Jacob Marley, and the contrasting characters of Fred and the Portly Gentlemen. Understand Dickens' commentary on social class and generosity, and how these elements set the stage for Scrooge's eventual redemption. Ideal for literature students studying character development and thematic analysis.

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Dickens on Poverty in A Christmas Carol

Explore a comprehensive analysis of how Charles Dickens addresses the themes of poverty and social responsibility in 'A Christmas Carol'. This essay delves into the causes, consequences, and potential solutions to poverty as depicted through the character transformation of Scrooge and the allegorical representation of Ignorance and Want. Ideal for students aiming for a Grade 9 understanding of Victorian social issues.

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A Christmas Carol: Stave 1 Insights

Explore key themes and character analyses in Stave 1 of 'A Christmas Carol'. This summary highlights Scrooge's personality, the significance of Jacob Marley, and the overarching themes of redemption and poverty. Ideal for students seeking a deeper understanding of Dickens' classic.

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A Christmas Carol: Stave 1 Insights

Explore key themes and character analyses in Stave 1 of 'A Christmas Carol'. This summary covers Scrooge's personality, the significance of poverty, and the introduction of pivotal characters like Bob Cratchit and Jacob Marley. Ideal for GCSE students seeking to understand the foundational elements of Dickens' classic tale.

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A Christmas Carol - Stave 1 Annotated

This is the full Stave 1 completely annotated. If you can't read something, please say in the comments.

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Tennyson's Charge Analysis

Explore a detailed analysis of Alfred Lord Tennyson's 'The Charge of the Light Brigade.' This study note delves into key themes such as bravery, duty, and the tragic nature of war, highlighting the poem's use of repetition, rhyme, and vivid imagery. Ideal for GCSE English Literature students seeking to understand the complexities of war poetry and its emotional impact.

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Agatha Christie

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Example of English Literature Coursework - Murder Mystery. Coursework ideas.

Alfred, Lord Tennyson

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Brontë Sisters

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Charles Dickens

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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

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English Language - The Danger of a Single Story

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Christina Rossetti

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Edwin Morgan

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English - National 5 Poetry - Edwin Morgan

Cheat sheet of themes relating to each of the 6 Edwin Morgan Poems (Trio, In the Snack Bar, Glasgow 5 March 1971, Winter, Glasgow Sonnet I, Good Friday) for National 5 English

Emily Dickinson

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English Literature - As Imperceptibly As Grief

annotations & context for As Imperceptibly As Grief (Eduqas)

George Orwell

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Jackie Kay

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John Agard

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Liz Lochhead

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English - Liz Lochhead quotes

Quote from the poet Liz Lochhead for the Scottish higher English exam

Lord Byron

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English Literature - English: She Walks In Beauty Key Quotes, Form and Structure

Exploring the themes, structure, and comparisons in Lord Byron's poem 'She Walks In Beauty'.

Percy Bysshe Shelley

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GCSE AQA Literature; love and relationship poetry; Love’s Philosophy by Percy Bysshe Shelley

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English A Level edexcel - romanticism and romantic poetry - political, religious, historical context on William Blake, William Wordsworth, Lord Byron, John Keats and Percy Bysshe Shelley

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English Literature - Love’s Philosophy Annotations

brief annotations on Percy Byssche Shelley’s ‘Love’s Philosophy’

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Philip Larkin

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English Literature - Afternoons

annotations & context for Afternoons (Eduqas & AQA)

Rupert Brooke

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English Literature - English: The Soldier Key Quotes + Themes

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The Soldier by Rupert Brooke poem analysis, themes, links, context, and structure

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English Literature - the soldier

annotated poem and comparison to ‘dulce et decorum est’

Seamus Heaney

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Sherlock Holmes

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English Literature - The sign of four

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Simon Armitage

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English Literature - Chainsaw Verses The Pampas Grass - Simon Armitage

A Level English Literature Annotations: Poems of the Decade, Edexcel, Poetry, Detailed annotations of Chainsaw Verses The Pampas Grass

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English Literature - Remains Annotations: AQA Anthology detailed notes

"Remains" by Simon Armitage portrays the haunting aftermath of violence, focusing on a soldier haunted by guilt after a fatal shooting during a riot. The poem explores the impact of war on individuals and the enduring trauma of combat experiences.