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Comparing texts of different genres can sometimes seem daunting, but is easier than you think. The most effective way to make the comparison is to think about the theme, or themes, that you are comparing ...

Close reading is the giving of careful attention to a passage of text. We close read in order to attempt to establish some of the features and mechanics of a piece of writing. In that sense it is both a c...

Samuel Beckett through dialogue and stage directions points to the irony of man’s position- humorously exploring how man who has little knowledge will speak and take action in life as if he understands it...

Here is a list of some of the main elements to look for when analysing a poem - not every poem will have these, and most of all these elements should be considered in the context of the poem's mea...