Carol Ann Duffy

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  • Carol Ann Duffy

    • Before You Were Mine

      'Before You Were Mine' is an address to Carol Ann Duffy's mother, reflecting on the sacrifices her mother made in taking on the duties of a parent.

    • Havisham

      This poem explores the character of Great Expectations Miss Havisham and her motivation for spending the rest of her life in her wedding dress for Higher English.

    • In Mrs Tilscher's Class

      'In Mrs Tilscher's Class' by Carol Ann Duffy explores a young child growing up within a nurturing primary school environment.

    • Medusa

      The poem 'Medusa' by Carol Ann Duffy gives voice to the Greek mythological figure, Medusa.

    • Mrs Midas

      'Mrs Midas' is a poem by Carol Ann Duffy written from the viewpoint of the wife of the mythological King Midas.

    • Originally

      'Originally' is an autobiographical poem by Carol Ann Duffy about moving from the Gorbals in Glasgow to England.

    • Quizzes: Carol Ann Duffy

      Revise the set texts by Carol Ann Duffy with these interactive quizzes in preparation for your Higher English exam.

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