UK GCSE English Literature Texts
Explore comprehensive summaries for all major texts on the UK GCSE English Literature curriculum
A tragic tale of ambition, power, and guilt in medieval Scotland
The timeless story of star-crossed lovers from rival families
A witty comedy of love, deception, and misunderstandings
Political intrigue and betrayal in ancient Rome
Magic, forgiveness, and freedom on an enchanted island
Justice, mercy, and prejudice in a tale of bonds and bargains
Mistaken identity and romantic comedy in Illyria
A mysterious inspector reveals the consequences of social responsibility
Ebenezer Scrooge's journey of redemption on Christmas Eve
The duality of human nature explored through a chilling transformation
Pip's journey from poverty to wealth and the lessons learned
An orphan's quest for love, independence, and belonging
The consequences of unchecked ambition and scientific hubris
Romance, social class, and first impressions in Regency England
An orphan boy's struggle against poverty and crime in Victorian London
Sherlock Holmes investigates a mysterious case of treasure and murder
Passionate and destructive love on the Yorkshire moors
An allegorical tale of revolution and corruption on a farm
Schoolboys stranded on an island descend into savagery
Two migrant workers chase the American Dream during the Depression
A British-Asian girl growing up in 1970s England
Two brothers separated at birth face tragic consequences
Each book summary has been carefully crafted to support your GCSE English Literature studies. Our summaries are aligned to UK exam boards including AQA, Edexcel, OCR, and WJEC.
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