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The History of Literature
591 William Wordsworth
Feb 12, 2024
Explore the life and works of Romantic poet William Wordsworth, including his love for nature, his revolutionary sympathies, and his close relationship with his sister Dorothy. Discover the emotional depth and poetic brilliance of Wordsworth, and be inspired to embrace the beauty of walks.
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- Wordsworth finds beauty and tranquility in the city of London, despite his generally negative views of urban life.
- Wordsworth's early support for the French Revolution clashed with his later government position, creating tension in his life and work.
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The Influence of London's Morning Beauty
The poem describes the beauty of London in the quiet morning hours. Wordsworth marvels at the sight of the city, with its ships, towers, domes, theaters, and temples shining in the smokeless air. He compares the splendor of the morning sun to that of nature, and he feels a deep calm in this moment. The river flows peacefully, and even the houses seem asleep. Despite his generally negative views of urban life, Wordsworth finds beauty and tranquility in this particular scene.
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