Classes

I have to say that I am pleasantly surprised in how well the English and History class match up and play on each other. Today when reading Titus Andronicus by Shakespeare, references were made to both Richard III and Queen Elizabeth I. Both of which, because of the history class, I am aware of and can fully understand. Titus Andronicus starts out with two heirs left to take the throne after the Emperor died.  There was a similar uncertainty during the time that this play was written in England concerning Queen Elizabeth since she was unmarried and bore no children. You could see the inspiration that Shakespeare had in using the events that were occurring around him to create his stories. Shakespeare also wrote a play titled Richard III and I was able to follow the references to him and his Machiavellian rise to power.

I also have to say that being in the place of study for all these kings and queens that we learn about is what makes the experience; being where "the magic happened" so to speak. Seeing where the kings and queens were crowned in Westminster Abby after just reading about their reign, that is what takes the classroom learning to something tangible. Going to the Globe tomorrow to see a Shakespeare play after reading and discussing the play. This is hands-on learning that you can not get anywhere else. 

This hall and up to the alter is where coronation
ceremonies for the kings and queens were
held. A throne sat in front of the alter. I walked
where kings and queens walked to be crowned.

This is the most recent coronation ceremony for the Queen.
Fun fact: This is also where William and Kate
got married!!