- Hamlet by William Shakespeare.
- A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams.
- Frankenstein by Mary Shelley.
- The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood.
- An anthology of modern poetry to compare with unseen poetry.
- A collection of poems.
What are lessons like in this subject?
You always know when English Literature lessons are happening because our classrooms are filled with enthusiasm and passion for the written word. Students who choose this subject can expect to be encouraged to share their love for literature by exploring a wide range of texts, including prose, poetry and drama. You will engage in spirited discussions, reflecting on a wide range of different perspectives and write thoughtful essays about the writer’s craft, commenting on how ideas can be shaped by the contexts in which they are written.
What will I study?
You will engage critically and creatively with a substantial body of texts and ways of responding to them, including:
What our
students
Studying English literature at a level feels so much liberating than high school. You delve a lot more into philosophy and theory which I personally love. Plus, since you’re older, you’re able to explore more serious themes which I think makes the course a whole lot more enjoyable and engaging.
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