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What is meant by the Oedipus Complex in Hamlet?

The Oedipus Complex is a Freudian idea (which comes from the psychologist Sigmund Freud). It poses that a young boy holds an unconscious sexual desire towards his mother, and this comes to manifest in differ...
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How does is the theme of remorse presented in 'An Inspector Calls'?

In 'An Inspector Calls', J B Priestly explores the theme of remorse in many different ways. Through the characters of Mr and Mrs Birling, Priestly illustrates how privilege and prejudice from the older gener...
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How should I tackle a text I haven't seen before?

To analyse a text you haven't seen before, begin by carefully reading it through in order to get a sense for what kind of text it is and the main topic(s) it is about. Look for any clues that you are given a...
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“A chip off the old block.” By considering Shakespeare’s dramatic presentation of Cordelia in King Lear, evaluate this view.

Cordelia is irrevocably loyal to her father, whereas Lear is quick to dismiss Cordelia as his daughter and banish her to France. For example, Cordelia’s response to the love test: “I shall never marry like m...
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How would I tackle questions regarding the depiction of education in Alan Bennet's play The History Boys?

Remember to always structure your essay as Point Evidence Explain.For example:(Point:)In The History Boys, the playwright Alan Bennet uses the characters of Hector, Irwin and the Headmaster to portray juxtap...
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