Longman Literature: Educating Rita by Willy Russell
This volume is part of a new series of novels, plays and stories at GCSE/Key Stage 4 level, designed to meet the needs of the National Curriculum syllabus. Each text includes an introduction, pre-reading activities, notes and coursework activities. Also provided is a section on the process of writing, often compiled by the author. This play gives a humorous and sometimes moving account of a young woman's determination to change her life. Hairdresser Rita feels that life has passed her by. She wants an education. But does Frank have anything to teach her?