Context for GCSE English Literature: An Inspector Calls

Contextual information vital to achieve a Grade 9 in the An Inspector Calls component of the English Literature GCSE, from a student who achieved a 9 in English Literature, including 33/34 in this section (158/160 overall). This document includes contextual information for both Dickens' life and the historical circumstances surrounding the play, which may give you a deeper appreciation and understanding. It can be easily integrated into your essays, as all contextual information is related back to key themes (class, gender, responsibility), including direct textual references and analysis.