Midsummer+Revision+Notes

15 October 2011 - This is the first of several notes I'm putting up, based on some of the questions asked during consultation. Let me know if you'd like any other specific topics covered.

NEW! This just added 22 October 2011, on the significance of the play within the play.

Found this really cool pdf at this site, with a comprehensive overview of our merry play. The link is as follows: http://www.litcharts.com/files/pdf/printer/amidsummernightsdream-LitChart.pdf

NEW! Added this 23 October: comparison between Oberon and Theseus

Found this article on symbolism in MSND:

Here's another on Logic vs Magic:

An interesting article on Midsummer as a shapeshifting text, and comments on the play's structure:

NEW! Added 26 October 2011. A mind map with an overview of MSND themes. This could be used as a trigger for you to revise mentally the themes of the play. More of such notes from consultations to come.

More thoughts on Waking and Dreaming...