Holy Sonnet XIV’ | Simon Schama’s John Donne

A reading and analysis of John Donne's sonnet 'Holy Sonnet XIV'.

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Clip Info
  • Clip length: 4'10''
  • Broadcast year: 2009
Curriculum Connection
  • English Literature | Poetry | John Donne | Holy Sonnet XIV ('Batter my heart')
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Licence: ERA Licence required

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UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

Content
  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Two
  • Programme: Simon Schama's John Donne
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