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Let other students help you revise for your GCSE English Literature exams. In this series, students break down the core English literature texts to help you ace your exams. Find your FREE on...

In this episode, we’ll explore how Macbeth may have been written to gain favor with King James I after his ascension to the throne in 1603....

In this episode, we’ll explore the concept of the Divine Right of Kings, a 17th-century belief that monarchs were chosen by God and answerab...

In this episode, we’ll explore the historical context of Shakespeare’s Macbeth , written around 1606 during a period of political uncertaint...

In this episode, we’ll explore Act 1, Scenes 4 and 5 of Macbeth , focusing on ambition and manipulation. We’ll discuss King Duncan’s announc...

In this episode, we’ll explore Scrooge’s journey with the Ghost of Christmas Present and the lessons he learns along the way. We’ll discuss...

In this episode, we’ll explore Scrooge’s journey with the Ghost of Christmas Present in A Christmas Carol . We’ll discuss his visit to the C...

In this episode, we’ll explore gender roles and expectations in Jacobean England, focusing on the position of women and societal norms. We’l...

In this episode, we’ll explore the concept of the supernatural in Shakespeare’s Macbeth and its significance in the play. We’ll discuss 17th...

In this episode, we’ll explore Percy Bysshe Shelley’s characterization of Ozymandias as a symbol of tyrannical rulers who abuse their power....

In this episode, we’ll explore Percy Shelley’s Ozymandias and its critique of tyrannical rulers and the misuse of power. We’ll examine how S...

In this episode, we’ll explore Percy Shelley’s poem Ozymandias and its central theme—the fleeting nature of human power. We’ll discuss how t...

In this episode, we’ll explore Act 1, Scene 3 of Macbeth , where the witches reappear, showcasing their malevolent nature as they plot again...

In this episode, we’ll analyse the introductory section of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol , focusing on the characterisation of Ebenezer...

In this episode, we’ll explore Act Two of An Inspector Calls , focusing on revelations and shifting blame within the Birling family. We’ll d...

In this episode, we’ll explore the opening of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol , focusing on the appearance of Jacob Marley’s ghost. We’ll...

In this episode, we’ll analyse the initial section of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol , focusing on the introduction of the supernatural....

In this episode, we’ll explore the plot of A Christmas Carol and the transformation of Ebenezer Scrooge. We’ll begin with his initial miserl...

In this episode, we’ll explore the character of Mrs. Birling in J.B. Priestley’s An Inspector Calls . We’ll focus on key quotations from Act...

In this episode, we’ll explore the character of Mr. Birling in Act 1 of An Inspector Calls . We’ll focus on key quotations that reveal his p...

In this episode, we’ll explore the character of Sheila in J.B. Priestley’s An Inspector Calls . We’ll focus on key quotes from Act 1, examin...

In this episode, we’ll look at how Shelley uses fractured rhythm and rhyme in Ozymandias to reflect the decay of the king’s authority. We’ll...

In this episode, we’ll explore the literary devices in Shelley’s poem Ozymandias , with a focus on irony and satire. We’ll examine how the c...

In this episode, we’ll explore Ebenezer Scrooge’s miserly nature and disdain for Christmas. We’ll look at his dismissive attitude toward his...

In this episode, we’ll explore Act 1, Scene 1 of Macbeth and its key events. We’ll discuss how thunder and lightning create a dark, ominous...

In this episode, we’ll explore the concept of tragedy and its application to Shakespeare’s Macbeth . We’ll discuss how tragedies center on c...

In this episode, we’ll explore the key ideas in Percy Bysshe Shelley’s poem Ozymandias . We’ll discuss its central message—the fleeting natu...

In this episode, we’ll explore Percy Bysshe Shelley’s poem Ozymandias , which tells the story of a traveller discovering the ruined statue o...

In this episode, we’ll break down Act 1 of the play, focusing on the Birling family's celebration of Sheila’s engagement to Gerald, which sh...

In this episode, Anna gives a summary of the use of structure and form in, as well as some comparisions you could make with, Robert Browning...

In this episode, Anna takes a look at the use of characterisation, as well as some key themes in, Robert Browning's My Last Duchess. Perfect...

In this episode, Anna gives a summary of Robert Browning's My Last Duchess. Perfect for your AQA GCSE Poetry Power and Conflict Revision. Id...

In this episode, Anna takes a look at the use of structure and form as well as some comparisons you could make with Ted Hughes' Bayonet Char...

In this episode, Anna gives a summary of the themes of patriotism and inhumanity in Ted Hughes' Bayonet Charge. Perfect for your AQA GCSE Po...

In this episode, Anna gives a summary of the themes of brutality, danger and powerlessness in Ted Hughes' Bayonet Charge. Perfect for your A...

In this episode, Anna gives a summary of Bayonet Charge by Ted Hughes. Perfect for your AQA GCSE Poetry Power and Conflict Revision. Ideal f...

In this episode, Anna gives a summary of the themes of fear and foreboding in The Prelude by William Wordsworth. Perfect for your AQA GCSE P...

In this episode, Anna gives a summary of personification and imagery in the set extract from The Prelude by William Wordsworth. Perfect for...

In this episode, Anna gives a summary of the structure and form of your extract of The Prelude by William Wordsworth. Perfect for your AQA G...

In this episode, Anna gives a summary of the set extract from The Prelude by William Wordsworth - she looks at context and themes. Perfect f...

In this episode, Anna gives a summary of the use of imagery as well as highlights some key comparisons and quotations for War Photographer b...

In this episode, Anna takes a look at the use of contrast in War Photographer by Carol Ann Duffy. Perfect for your AQA GCSE Poetry Power and...

In this episode, Anna gives a summary of the content and structure of War Photographer by Carol Ann Duffy. Perfect for your AQA GCSE Poetry...

In this episode, Anna gives a summary of the key poetic techniques in Exposure by Wilfred Owen for your AQA GCSE Poetry Power and Conflict R...

In this episode, Anna takes a look at the structure of Exposure by Wilfred Owen for your AQA GCSE Poetry Power and Conflict Revision. She al...

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In this podcast, Anna looks at how irony and juxtaposition are used in Seamus Heaney's Storm on the Island for your AQA GCSE Power and Confl...

In this episode, Anna looks at the use of imagery related to safety and to danger in Storm on the Island by Seamus Heaney for your AQA GCSE...

In this episode, Anna summarises Storm on the Island by Seamus Heaney for your AQA GCSE Power and Conflict Poetry revision. Ideal for prepar...

In this episode, Anna looks at the use of language in London by William Blake for your AQA GCSE Power and Conflict Poetry revision. Ideal fo...

Anna looks at William Blake's London for your GCSE exam. In this episode, she explores Blake's choices regarding structure and form. Ideal f...