Selected Scottish poems for analysis and discussion, with selected study points, revision guides for each poem, exercises in textual analysis, critical essay questions and suggestions for writing - Maureen Brown

Studying Scottish poetry is an essential element of the Higher Still English course and this book is written with the express purpose of preparing students for this part of the exam.

This practical guide to studying poetry covers the compulsary Scottish element of Unit 2:Literary Study, Outcome 2 which requires students to respond (critically) to seen imaginitive texts. Each chapter discusses works by popular Scottish poets, providing practice in writing Critical Essays as well as Textual Analysis, the discussion points will also be helpful for the Talk Assesment or even the Individual Presentation. Each chapter comes with suggested study points and tips on revision and writing critical responses making it an invaluable resource for students at this level.