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Exploring themes and ideas in a range of literary texts, in a student-friendly way to break down and explain technical jargon.
Episodes
May 23, 2021
May 23, 2021
11 min
Top tips for the poetry comparison controlled assessment task, and could also be applied to the unseen poetry unit too. GCSE English Literature revision podcast.
May 23, 2021
May 23, 2021
7 min
How can you write an essay that addresses all the different aspects of context: the time the novel is set (1930s southern states USA), when it was written, and how it is received at different times? A revision podcast for GCSE English Literature.
May 23, 2021
May 23, 2021
8 min
A GCSE English Literature revision podcast exploring Aunt Alexandra's character in the novel and what she represents in terms of typical 1930s southern women.
May 22, 2021
May 22, 2021
10 min
Many situations in To Kill a Mockingbird seem hopeless: the verdict of Tom Robinson's trial, the situation of Boo Radley, and the ingrained racism of Maycomb which seems never-ending. However, we can see signs of hope in Atticus' defence of Tom, the softening of Alexandra's attitude and in Scout and Jem as the next generation, showing compassion and empathy towards others. GCSE English Literature revision podcast.
May 22, 2021
May 22, 2021
15 min
Analysis and revision of To Kill a Mockingbird chapter 1, looking at major themes and ideas introduced and the context of Maycomb being an 'old town' with values that are hard to shift. For GCSE English Literature.
May 17, 2021
May 17, 2021
6 min
Why a poem is like a puzzle and a circle Why it’s important to look for layers of meaning Revision help for tackling unseen poetry
May 7, 2021
May 7, 2021
9 min
GCSE English literature revision podcast, exploring the friendship of George and Lennie.
May 7, 2021
May 7, 2021
8 min
GCSE English literature revision podcast. What is the significance of dreams in Of Mice and Men?
May 2, 2021
May 2, 2021
16 min
What elements of a morality play can be seen in Doctor Faustus? What message does the play carry? A Level English Literature study podcast
May 2, 2021
May 2, 2021
14 min
In Marlowe’s Doctor Faustus, is Mephostophilis physical or spiritual? Is he free, or a slave? Honest, or a liar? Reactive, or proactive? And is he a friend or an enemy to Faustus? A Level English Literature study podcast.