Our EDEXCEL GCSE English Poetry Conflict course, by Private Tutors R Us, explores the poems in the Conflict anthology. Our carefully curated content will guide you through close reading and analysis of "The Man He Killed" by Thomas Hardy, helping you identify themes, literary devices and contexts. 
 
We will explore the complex emotions and thoughts surrounding war and its effects on soldiers. The poem was first published in 1902 and remains a powerful and poignant reflection on the senselessness of war and its impact on individual lives. 
 
By the end, you'll understand the poem's meaning and how it fits into the overarching themes of conflict and thanks to our line by line analysis you'll also develop critical reading and analytical skills essential for exam success.
 
Join us now and take the first step towards success in your GCSE English Literature Poetry exam.