Byron and Lawrence - Ravenshead Library - Adult Learning

About this course

An introductory course to two Nottinghamshire authors exploring their poetry and prose (a short story by D H Lawrence). As this is an introductory course, we will cover some poetry techniques and how these are used by writers. No prior knowledge is necessary and all poems and extracts are provided by the tutor. 

We will look at the life and background of Lord Byron and some short poems about love and beauty. Towards the end of the course we will consider the life of D H Lawrence and explore a short story: “Goose Fayre.” During our classes we will look at a variety of techniques such as: rhyme, rhythm and alliteration.  There will be a brief overview of the Romantic poets and the Imagist movement to help you put the writers into a wider context. 

By the end of the course, you will: 

• Feel confident about analysing poetry and outline how writers use different techniques in their work.  You will be able to describe the life of Byron and Lawrence and how their life influenced their work.

Learners should bring:

• Notebook and pen/pencil/highlighter. 
• An A4 wallet to keep your handouts in. 
• Drink/snack. 

Suggested Reading for the course: 

• Selected poetry of Lord Byron ISBN 9780375758140 
• The Works of Lord Byron ISBN  9781853264061 
• Poems by D.H. Lawrence ISBN 9780140585407 
• The complete poems of D. H. Lawrence ISBN 9780434592500 

Booking your place and fee information

If you are in receipt of certain benefits you will be offered the course for free, however if you have a financial barrier which may prevent you from enrolling on the course  please visit our webpage for further information  https://www.inspireculture.org.uk/skills-learning/funding-your-courses/

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• Complete the EVENTBRITE BOOKING.
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