Maria analyses 'History' by John Burnside for Edexcel Pearson A Level English Literature students. This poem deals with reactions to 9/11 and recalls a moment of reflection on a beach very soon after the events in September 2001. Burnside tackles the immediate concerns about the future in a post September 11th world but also manages to incorporate an exploration of our ecological responsibilities. This video will help you understand 'History' and develop your own interpretation. It is a useful prompt for ideas fro both students and teachers.