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A colourful and attractively presented PowerPoint presentation on the life of William Blake. The presentation begins with the reflections of Henry Crabb Robinson, who first met the eccentric Blake at a dinner party. We then go back to the beginning and examine the fascinating life of Blake, from his early childhood to his death. This resource provides excellent context for A-Level students studying the work of William Blake.

A comprehensive introduction to the life of William Blake, perfect for A-Level students studying his poetry. The biography includes detail of Blake’s childhood, his life as an artist and his death and legacy. It is a well-designed and very useful resource.

This eye-catching and stylish resource is designed to support the study of Jane Eyre at A-Level standard. The presentation introduces students to the terms ‘Byronic Hero’ and ‘Romanticism’ in a straightforward an engaging style. Students are informed of the characteristics of the Romantic period and Romantic literature and given some biographical background to Lord Byron. The presentation also includes characteristics of the Byronic hero and encourages students to consider the impact of Byron’s work on the young Charlotte Bronte.

This is the perfect introductory lesson for students beginning their A-Level studies with the examination of Jane Eyre. The PowerPoint provides an interesting background to both the novel and the life of Charlotte Bronte an her siblings. This will endow students with the perfect contextual backdrop for their studies. The presentation includes information about Charlotte’s childhood, unrequited love and her life as a governess.

A very detailed resource, providing context, commentary and thorough analysis of John Keats’ poem, ‘On First Looking into Chapman’s Homer’

A very detailed and attractively designed introduction to the Romantic literary movement. Was originally created to teach context for the study of John Keats, but could be used for any of the Romantic poets. Ends with a quiz and a word-search for review and to check understanding.

Nicely presented and usable resource which provides excellent context to the study of John Keats’ poetry

This resources was used to introduce students to the study of John Keats. I used the resource in the period after Year 12 exams to prepare students for the new Keats unit. The resources includes a biography, details of Keats’ relationship with Fanny Brawne, a Romantic era crossword and cloze exercise.

A vivid and nicely presented outline of the relationship between John Keats and Fanny Brawne. Very useful for context, particularly in the teaching of ‘Bright Star’

Analysis, commentary and context to the John Keats’ poem, ‘On Seeing the Elgin Marbles’

Commentary, context and analysis of ‘Hush, hush’ by John Keats.

Commentary, context and analysis for ‘The Eve of St Agnes’ by John Keats

This resource provides a background to the poetry of John Keats. Context includes ideals cultivated by the Romantic poets. An introduction to the ‘Big Six’ is given and Keats relationship with his peers is outlined. The document also provides details of the rejection of Augustan Classicism by the Romantics.

Analysis, context and commentary to the poem ‘A Song About Myself’ by John Keats.

Commentary, context and analysis of John Keats’ poem, ‘Old Meg she was a gypsy’

Commentary, context and analysis of ‘Bright Star’ by John Keats

Commentary and context for a wide selection of lesser known Keats’ poems featured in Penguin’s ‘Selected Poems’ Includes: Lines written on 29th May ‘O Solitude!’ Specimen of an Introduction to a Poem To Charles Cowden Clarke Addressed to {Haydon} I stood tip-toe upon a little hill Sleep and Poetry and several more

Commentary and context for the poem by John Keats

A presentation exploring the significance of the poker game in the play.

An interesting comprehension exercise for Years 8 or 9