- Power and Conflict Poems List: William Wordsworth's "The Prelude" and Robert Browning's "My Last Duchess" are part of the Power and Conflict poetry anthology for GCSE English Literature.
- Theme of Power and Conflict: Both poems explore themes of power dynamics and conflict within relationships and society.
- Emotions and Reactions: The speaker in "The Prelude" experiences a range of emotions, including confidence, guilt, and fear, while the duke in "My Last Duchess" shows possessive and controlling behavior.
- Impact of Nature: Nature is personified in "The Prelude," creating a sinister and unsettling atmosphere, which contrasts with the pride and ownership displayed by the duke in "My Last Duchess."
- GCSE English Literature Topics: The contrasting tones and themes of the two poems provide rich material for exploring power, relationships, and the human experience in the GCSE English Literature curriculum.
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