He tried to put forward his political views across to the public through his works. His pre - World War I play "An Inspector Calls" is not only a well staged play but has successfully been able to educate and change public views in many aspects of politics. ... The set - the Birling's dining room - is constant throughout, keeping the plot as simple as possible. The action and dialogue all contribute to the central theme of the play, with nothing extra in between to distract the audience's attention. ... The structure becomes that of a "whodunit" with the inspector slowly unraveling ...

• Word Count: 1550
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

Oliver was left with no other alternative even though he knew he was betraying his morals. ... Similar to them, Oliver is locked in a small dark room and is grateful for dog scraps. ... They were restricted from voting and were faced with serious consequences if they dared to voice their opinions. ... Environment A strong theme in this book revolves around the environment and its dictations on the importance of the roles of people. ... Unlike the city, the countryside in Oliver Twist is viewed as a place of tranquility. ...

• Word Count: 2500
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: High School

This essay investigates how far "The Importance of Being Earnest" reflects this view on life. ... Jack sums it up from his point of view. ... Cecily sums up the main theme in the play when she says to Algernon: "I hope that you have not been leading a double life, pretending to be wicked and being really good all the time. ... The name is central to the plot regarding marriage to women with money and status. ... (Act 1 p16) Among the views expressed by Wilde's characters is that romance and happiness is hindered within the bounds of marriage and once marriage is proposed romance en...

• Word Count: 2564
• Approx Pages: 10
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School