Exploring Romanticism through the Works of William Wordsworth

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Romanticism (or the Romantic Era or the "'Romantic Period"') was an artistic, literary and intellectual movement which began in 1798 with the publication of the Lyrical Ballads By Wordsworth and Coleridge And finished in 1837 when Queen Victoria ascends the throne.

I WANDERED LONELY AS A CLOUD

By William Wordsworth

This poem was written by William Wordsworth in 1804 and it is a description of a wonderful experience in the Lake District when, during a walk, the poet came upon a multitude of daffodils: this is a memorable view for him. I love this poem because it is very deep and when I read it I am thrilled. This is a simple but impressive poem and I think it is a real masterpiece.

LINES WRITTEN IN EARLY SPRING

By William Wordsworth

This poem was written by William Wordsworth in 1798. In this poem the author remembers a memorable moment of his life when, reclined in a beautiful grove, he was surrounded by nature. He enjoys the scene, but at the same time he begins to have bad thoughts about humanity. I really love this poem because William Wordsworth, with his simple words, is able to perfectly describe his great love for nature. This is one of the most beautiful poems I’ve ever read.

THE SOLITARY REAPER

By William Wordsworth

This poem was written by William Wordsworth in 1805. The author describes how he is moved by a Scottish Highlands girl who sings while she is reaping grain in a solitary field. He is amazed by her, although he doesn’t understand what she sings. Although this poem is sad and often expresses the feelings of solitude and melancholy, I think this is a very interesting poem. I really like it because the author uses very simple words which make you imagine all the scene.

SONNET COMPOSED UPON WESTMINSTER BRIDGE

By William Wordsworth

This poem was written by William Wordsworth in 1802. It is a description of London and the River Thames which are viewed from Westminster Bridge in the early morning. I really like this poem because it is a very impressive description of London which makes you imagine how beautiful this city is. It is a real masterpiece.

MY HEARTH LEAPS UP

By William Wordsworth

This poem was written by William Wordsworth in 1802 . It describes the joy that the author feels when he sees a rainbow and hopes that he will always feel the same feeling. I really like this poem because the author is able to describe his relationship with the nature through the use of very simple, but impressive words. This is one of the most beautiful romantic poems I’ve ever read.