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Summary for Lesson 1
In today’s lesson, we began our journey into Lincoln in the Bardo, thinking about first impressions and the unique historical and emotional foundations of the novel. We discussed what we liked and found challenging about the text and explored how Saunders blends fact with fiction, grief with the supernatural. We delved into the real-life context of the 1860s, especially in the context of the Civil War. We also examined the Tibetan concept of the “bardo” as a liminal space between life and death and considered how this shapes the novel’s atmosphere. The class engaged brilliantly with the novel today and with all the ideas we shared, particularly regarding Saunders’ guide to reading the novel. Great job everyone, it was so good to see you all and keep up the wonderful work
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Summary for Lesson 2
In today’s class we continued thinking about Lincoln in the Bardo, focusing on what the author has to say about themes from death to parenthood. We thought about the use of play-like structures as a form and discussed its effect. We then thought about the notion of a chorus, I.e., in Greek tragedy, and linked it back to the novel. Finally we looked at an interview where Saunders was discussing the message he was sending through this work and spoke about what we would ask him if we got the chance. Excellent work everyone, as eve,r you were all super engaged and really sharp. Well done and see you next week 🙂
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Summary for Lesson 3
In today’s class we completed work on Lincoln in the Bardo, thinking about structure and inspiring creativity. We began by thinking about why Lincoln is the centre of the novel before dissecting Saunders’ reasoning behind inserting history and play script into his novel. The class thought of their own inventive structures beautifully, writing in these and thinking about how to portray a character’s thoughts in this process. We read an extract from the text, unpacking the way in which thoughts had been presented, before finally the class worked in small groups to come up with ideas for how to stage this novel as a play. Excellent and imaginative work everyone, very well done for your commitment to this story and your wonderful and vibrant work today. Keep it up and see you next week for A Taste of Honey 🙂
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Summary for Lesson 4
In today’s class we began our work on A Taste of Honey, working on the context of the play. We spoke about how we felt towards it, unpacking the way in which the play showcases life in the 1950s and themes such as motherhood, gender, race and being on the borders of society. The class researched the period, learned about kitchen sink and thought about what the life of the author tells us. Such brilliant work from the class today, particularly when thinking about the ways in which Delaney radically portrayed working class life. Keep up the amazing job everyone and see you next week 🙂
P.S. Sorry I am a little behind on your homework marking! Will all be uploaded tomorrow morning for sure 🙂
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