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I don't really "get" poetry. How am I supposed to analyse it?

When analysing poetry, there are a number of simple things that we can pick out and look at in detail to discuss the poem. Firstly, the poet's choice of words is very important in displaying their intentions...
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How can I take notes on all the books?

Note-taking is important, and can seem like an unsurpassable task. You're going to probably have three books minimum, and that's before we even consider coursework. My best advice is to m ake your notes work...
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Consider the view that Shakespeare's presentation of personal and political power in King Lear has universal interest and relevance

In ‘King Lear’, Shakespeare presents personal and political power from a number of different angles and thus, in a number of different ways. Much focus is inevitably given to Lear himself, and the dichotomy ...
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From your study of the novella 'Of Mice and Men', how do you think George shows loyalty to his companion Lennie?

George shows loyalty to Lennie at many points throughout the novel. For example, in Chapter 1, he tells him to come back to the river if he ever gets into trouble. This shows how much he cares about Lennie a...
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How do I structure an successful essay based on comparing novels?

To structure a successful essay on comparing literary works, it is key to introduce an argument that compares the two set texts, and not talk about them seperately. To start the essay off, you should use an ...
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