Modern times: Literature from 1945 to the present (77122B)

My analysis of Carol Ann Duffy’s ‘Feminine Gospels’ poetry, for the ‘Modern times: literature from 1945 to the present day’ section. I used this to get an A* in my 2023 A-level (which I compared to The Handmaid’s Tale, but can be used as stand-alone poertry revision too). Includes in-depth analysis (covering AO1 and AO2) and notes on context (AO3) - of the author and historical; literary critics' opinions / comparisons to other poems (AO4).

My quote-bank for the core drama set text, ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’, I used to get an A* in my 2023 A-level. Includes many quotes for the setting, symbolic techniques, and all characters & analysis. Also includes detailed notes on context (AO3) - of the author and historical; many literary critics' opinions, comparisons to other plays, and notes on previous productions (AO4); and brief chapter summaries.

My quote-bank for The Handmaid's Tale I used to get an A* in my 2023 A-level (which I compared to Duffy’s Feminine Gospels, but can be used as stand-alone Handmaid’s revision too). Includes in-depth analysis (covering AO1 and AO2) of setting and quotes for all characters. Also includes detailed notes on context (AO3) - of the author and historical; many literary critics' opinions / comparisons to other books (AO4); and brief chapter summaries.

My A* AQA English Literature essay comparing opposing ideas and values in ‘The Handmaids Tale’ and ‘Feminine Gospels’.

My A* AQA English Literature essay comparing changing social attitudes in ‘The Handmaids Tale’ and ‘Feminine Gospels’.

My AQA English Literature essay from the 2023 exam, in which I got full marks (25/25) and an A*.

Revision - Introduction to 'The Handmaid's Tale' The presentation includes: - Overview & Key facts - Background & Historical context - Biographical information on the Author - List of Characters - List of Themes & Symbols - Productions & Adaptations - Useful links