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Inspector calls coursework

The play An Inspector Calls was written in 1945 around the time of World War Two ending, but is set before World War One. J B Priestley wrote this play because he thought that the world was not social enough and he used this play to show how we should all care about each other. The time span between the dates used (1945-1912) is to make us aware of what has happened and learn from mistakes made. The play is set in the in 1912. It centres on the wealthy Birling family. They are enjoying a family celebration of Sheila Birling’s engagement to her fiancé Gerald Croft when they are interrupted by a visit from the mysterious Inspector Goole.

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This proves to be a horrifying experience for the Birling’s as they learn that they have all played a part in the suicide of a young girl called Eva Smith.

In this essay I will be focusing on the different roles the inspector plays by his dramatic structure of moving the story forward and the moments on intensity and tension he creates on stage. I will be commenting on how Priestley uses the inspector to present his central themes and how he engages the audience.

J B Priestley took full advantage of writing in hindsight and makes sure ...

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