Behind the Curtain: Power and Possession in 'My Last Duchess'

In this episode, step into the chilling, aristocratic world of Robert Browning's My Last Duchess. Explore the sinister undertones beneath the Duke's polished charm, unravelling themes of jealous control, authoritarian power, and oppressive gender dynamics. Through vivid imagery and insightful line-by-line analysis, discover how Browning masterfully employs dramatic irony, poetic techniques, and historical context to craft this iconic dramatic monologue. Designed for your GCSE English Literature revision, this immersive analysis will sharpen your understanding of character, form, and Victorian values lurking within the elegant yet unsettling halls of Ferrara.