Welcome to our EDEXCEL Relationships Poetry course, offered by Private Tutors R Us. In this course, we will explore the powerful and enigmatic poem "La Belle Dame Sans Merci" by John Keats. This carefully curated course aims to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the poem's themes, literary devices, and historical context.
 
"La Belle Dame Sans Merci" is a ballad written in 1819 and tells the story of a knight who falls in love with a beautiful fairy-like woman. The poem has been interpreted in various ways, including as a commentary on the dangers of falling in love and the fickleness of women.
 
Throughout the course, we will analyse Keats' use of language, such as his vivid imagery and rich symbolism, to convey the complex relationships between the knight and the mysterious woman. We will also examine the poem's historical context and how it reflects the Romantic era's fascination with the supernatural and the mystical.
 
By the end of the course, students will have a deep understanding of "La Belle Dame Sans Merci" and its significance in the world of literature. They will also have developed their critical thinking and analytical skills, which will serve them well in their future academic pursuits.