Frankenstein & Never Let Me Go Comparison

Frankenstein, a gothic fiction written between the Romantic era and the Enlightenment era by Mary Shelley in 1817.ย  Kazuo Ishiguroโ€™s Never Let Me Go, a subverted dystopian novel published in 2005, is set in an alternate England in the late 1990s. The natural world is highly valued by both Ishiguro and Shelley, as they both [...]

William Blake: ‘The Sick Rose’ Experience

William Blake: ‘The Sick Rose’ Experience

Delve into the haunting beauty of William Blakeโ€™s The Sick Rose with Awaken English โ€” your trusted platform for high-quality English Literature resources. Whether you're a teacher planning a lesson or a student preparing for exams, our expertly designed materials offer insightful support for studying this powerful Romantic poem. Explore in-depth analysis of The Sick [...]

A-level English Language Podcasts

A-level English Language Podcasts

A compendium of useful podcasts to stretch your understanding, explore new aspects of A-level Language beyond our curriculum, revise some of our key concepts and to see them in use. The World in Words Series exploring the world of words and the ways in which we use them hosted by Patrick Cox. Lingthusiasm A podcast [...]

Frankenstein: Key Quotations by Theme

Frankenstein: Key Quotations by Theme

This resource compiles essential quotations from Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" organized by key themes for A-Level English Literature students. It aids in analytical essay preparation and revises crucial concepts such as creation, gender, and intertextuality. Each quote enhances understanding and fosters sophisticated argument development, ultimately supporting high-level academic performance.

Between a Rock and a Hard Place Analysis Breakdown

Between a Rock and a Hard Place Analysis Breakdown

A breakdown of the non-fiction text from the Edexcel English Language Non-Fiction Anthology. Exploring GAPS, title analysis and a paragraph by paragraph coverage of indicative content. Useful for supporting student revision and embedding sound understanding of linguistic features within the text. Subscriber Content Genre: Memoir of a traumatic event Audience: general audience; outdoors enthusiasts; readers [...]

Othello: Knowledge Organiser

Othello: Knowledge Organiser

This Othello Knowledge Organiser offers insights into critical theory, intertextuality, and context, alongside significant Biblical references within the text. It includes key character quotations, useful epithets, and Tier 2 Vocabulary. Subscribers can download the organiser and gain access to additional Othello resources by logging in or subscribing today.

Between a Rock and a Hard Place

Between a Rock and a Hard Place

This annotated edition of Aron Ralston's Between a Rock and a Hard Place is designed for students preparing for GCSE and IGCSE English Language exams. It includes clear notes on language, structure, and technique to help analyze tension and emotion, making it ideal for revision and classroom study.