GCSE Student Text Guides are written specifically to meet the needs of students of GCSE English Literature. They are the perfect accompaniment to the set text, providing invaluable context guidance, detailed comment on the text and practical exam advice. Written by Susan Milliken, a highly experienced teacher and writer, this GCSE Student Text Guide on A Kestrel for a Knave includes the following special features: / The historical context of the novel / Chapter-by-chapter notes on the plot and structure of the book / Detailed discussion of the novel's characters, themes and style / Advice on studying the text, revising for the exam and answering essay questions / Sample exam answers, with grades and commentaries Use GCSE Student Text Guides to help you understand the text, prepare thoroughly for your exam and improve your grade.