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University of Cambridge: The First Black Female Poet?
This article looks at a ballad, 'Bars Fight,' by 18th century African-American writer Lucy Terry. It considers the literary qualities of a ballad, and its historical role in society. It then goes on to consider why a Black slave might...
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University of Cambridge: Shakespeare and Love
A short article looking at the ways in which Shakespeare has been portrayed in the film 'Shakespeare in Love,' and in Oscar Wilde's story, 'The Portrait of Mr. W.H.' This would be particularly useful for encouraging students to think...
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University of Cambridge: Shakespearean Comedy
Dr. Raphael Lyne questions the nature of Shakespeare's comedy. Useful for students studying any of Shakespeare's comedies, but particularly 'As You Like It.' Extracts from this article can usefully be used to initiate a classroom...
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University of Cambridge: Shakespeare's School
An article suitable for a range of ages discussing Shakespeare's education, and how it may have influenced his plays. Extracts from this article can usefully be used to initiate a classroom discussion. Student scan also seek to use the...
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University of Cambridge: Post Colonial Shakespeare
Dr. Priyamvada Gopal takes a post-colonial perspective on Shakespeare's plays. Particularly useful for students studying one of the following plays: Othello, The Tempest, The Merchant of Venice and Antony and Cleopatra. This article may...
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