World Literature Podcasting - Improve your knowledge of English literature and the English language
World Literature Podcasting provides a podcast series exploring a selection of the classics from the world of literature. The purpose of this series is to enhance the listener's knowledge and understanding of notable works of literature of the Western world. Each conversation is complemented with a full transcript of the talk as well as a page of discussion and comprehension questions and further recommended reading. The first two podcasts are free, after that a free 2 minute preview will be provided and the full audio file and/or transcript may be purchased at www.worldliteraturepodcasting.co...
| Episodes: | 6 |
| Language: | en |
| Updated: | 7 months ago (login to update) |
| Categories: | Arts Literature Education Higher Education Language Courses Society & Culture |
Podcast #6 - Madame Bovary: Gustave Flaubert – Part 2 Preview
Mark and Durga introduce and comment on: the husband of Madame Bovary; the status and outlook of Madame Bovary; the woman's struggle for sexual expression and 'happiness' in provincial middle class society. This session discusses the stifling and fantasizing world of the central character with significant lines which reveal a provocative critique of marriage and sexual desire.
Podcast #5 - Madame Bovary: Gustave Flaubert – Part 1 Preview
Durga and Mark introduce and comment on: biographical facts and influences in the narrative; the locale and cultural setting of the narrative; aspects of the modern novel identified in the narrative. This session discusses the biographical and historical influences on this controversial novel about 'adultery'.
Podcast #4 - William Shakespeare: Hamlet - Part 2 Preview
Mark and Durga continue their conversation about the two main female influences on Hamlet, this time focusing on the character of Ophelia. This session discusses the 'passivity' of Ophelia; Hamlet's treatment of Ophelia; the role of Ophelia's brother and father in controlling her behaviour; and a comparison of Ophelia with other Shakespearean heroines.
Podcast #3 - William Shakespeare: Hamlet - Part 1 Preview
Mark and Durga introduce and comment on Hamlet's place in world literature as one of the most complex plays ever written; the role of the ghost and the theme of revenge; Gertrude's character: 'seeming virtuous' Queen, or pragmatic woman of the world?
Podcast #2 - Geoffrey Chaucer: The Canterbury Tales – Part 2
Geoffrey Chaucer's depiction of female characters: their view on their role in life, and their view of love.
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