PEARSON (PEARSON) • English Literature 2015

This resource includes key interpretations from prominent critics, such as Stuart’s observation that Lear prefers flattery over truth, and Kermode’s insight into Lear's quest for genuine love beyond formal expressions. Delve into Holbrook's analysis of Lear's arrogance and descent into madness, and Kettle's view of madness as a catalyst for new perspectives. Explore the significance of characters like the Fool as Lear’s conscience and Kent's struggles to maintain san...

Prepare for your Edexcel English Literature exams with this comprehensive revision sheet on Bram Stoker's Dracula. Delve into the historical and cultural contexts surrounding the novel, including the implications of Oscar Wilde's trial and Victorian societal norms regarding gender and sexuality. Explore the themes of xenophobia, modernity versus traditional values, and the representation of women as both the "angel of the house" and "fallen woman." This sheet offers...

This is a focused handout on the Women’s Chorus in Chapter 23. Examine significant quotes that highlight themes of motherhood, separation, and generational trauma, alongside contextual connections to historical figures like Margaret Garner. With insights into Morrison’s narrative techniques and character relationships, these notes are essential for thorough exam preparation and in-depth textual analysis.

Covering key sections from Denver’s birth to Paul D’s experience in the chain gang, these notes explore the novel’s major themes of trauma, memory, and resilience. Analyze Morrison’s use of fragmented narrative structure, symbolic motifs such as water, and the emotional depth of characters like Sethe and Paul D. Key quotes and critical insights into speech, uncertainty, and physical and emotional pain provide a comprehensive understanding of the novel’s intricate exploration of...

Dive into the rich and haunting world of Toni Morrison's Beloved with these detailed notes, specifically tailored for Pearson Edexcel English Literature students. Covering key themes such as trauma, memory, and the inescapable legacy of slavery, these notes explore the novel's opening chapters in depth. You'll find analysis of Morrison’s complex narrative structure, including the significance of 124 and its ominous atmosphere, the psychological depth of characters like Sethe and Baby S...

This document provides a thorough and engaging summary of King Lear, focusing on Acts 1, 2, and 3. includes Scene breakdown in detail, themes, Critics and Context

Includes summaries of the poems, Eat Me, Chainsaw Versus the Pampas Grass, Material, History, An Easy Passage, The Deliverer, The Lammas Hireling, To My Nine-Year-Old Self, A Minor Role, The Gun, The Furthest Distances I’ve Travelled, Giuseppe. Includes quote analysis, themes, meaning and structure.

Provides an easy-to-understand summary of what Romanticism is and where it stemmed from. It helps to comprehend the key components of Romanticism and themes which are helpful for context in essays

I read nearly all of John Carey's donne: life mind and art for this, as well as drawing critical opinions from Camille Paglia and other critics (I know you don't need critics for poetry but it makes you look cooler). Took me nearly an entire year to make- but very in depth, quotes and analysis provided, as well as incredibly detailed and sophisticated context which will blow examiners away. I've only made it so expensive because it covers literally everything you could possibly need to know.

In-depth overview and analysis of A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini, including plot, characters, themes, quotes, context - Used to achieve an A* in A-level Edexcel English Literature (Women and Society Prose module)