A resource that explains the significance of the Poor Laws and their impact on Victorian society, including the role of workhouses and the harsh conditions faced by the poor. It draws connections to A Christmas Carol and Dickens’ own early childhood experiences, and provides key quotes that help students understand the contextual links within the text.

A resource that explains who Thomas Malthus was, outlines his theory on population growth, and explores how his ideas connect to A Christmas Carol, including key quotes students can use. This is an effective revision tool that simplifies the contextual background and its link to the literature.

An overview of the poems in the Worlds and Lives anthology, including the historical context in which each was written and key vocabulary associated with each poem.