An Introduction to Shakespearean Language: 'The Tempest'


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Jason B

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English Literature

15 Hours

15 LESSONS

AN INTRODUCTION TO SHAKESPEAREAN LANGUAGE: 'THE TEMPEST'

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15 LESSONS

15 Hours Total Length

Shakespeare and His Time

Miranda and Prospero

Analysing Shakespeare's Use of Metaphor

What Type of Character Is Antonio?

Caliban and Colonialism: How Is Caliban a Victim of Colonialism?

The Three Plots of the Tempest

Prospero: Contrasting Views of How Shakespeare Presents Prospero

Ariel's Song: Understanding Shakespeare's Language and Metaphor

The Love Plot: Prospero, Ferdinand and Miranda

As a Villain: What Makes Antonio a Villain?

Antonio and Sebastian: Analysing Shakespeare's Language

Antonio's Conscience: How Is Antonio Presented?

Caliban and Prospero: How Do They Treat Each Other?

Nature Versus Nurture in Caliban's Relationship with Miranda

Caliban's Dual Nature: Close Reading of Caliban's Dream

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Jason B
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