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This belief inspired the Lyrical Ballads, which were released around 1800. However, Wordsworth felt that the recollection of one’s emotions were the true language of poetry (Poetry Foundation). Critics of that time were skeptical of Wordsworth’s work because of his focus on his own emotions in his poetry (British and Irish Poets). In the year 1799, they settled in Grasmere in a cottage near a lake earning the group the title the “Lake Poets.” At this time, Wordsworth’s works were inward reflections of himself and an exploration of his outlook on life. Wordsworth, Dorothy (his sister), and Coleridge began to spend time traveling together (Poetry Foundation). Wordsworth soon found a companion in a similarly politically-charged young poet named Samuel Taylor Coleridge. These developments can be seen in his works “Letter to the Bishop of Llandaff” (“Apology for the French Revolution”) and Two Addresses to the Freeholders of Westmoreland, which were both written in France. During this period, he became more socially and poetically well-versed through his experiences. Both these ideas influenced his poetic works later in life.Īfter graduating, Wordsworth began to travel more extensively. During a trip to France, Wordsworth formed a strong interest in nature and politics (Poetry Foundation). Throughout his time in university, Wordsworth’s academic achievements were rather unremarkable, however, he continued to develop his passion for poetry and prose. Wordsworth began his education at a grammar school in Hawkshead and attended Cambridge University. Wordsworth had close relationships with his siblings, especially his sister Dorothy (British and Irish Poets). His father was a lawyer who served under a Baronet. He was the second oldest of five children. William Wordsworth was born on Apin Cockermouth, Cumberland. This together with the long-awaited arrival of Spring and some new hope that we will be able to return to some kind of normality made this poem really special for me again and I hope you enjoy either revisiting or discovering this poem for the first time.By Lauren White, Harper Minor, Jordan Mason I’ve certainly found myself taking more time to appreciate the simple pleasures we have around us, be it a host of daffodils or the dancing waves.
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My rediscovered appreciation for the beauty and uplifting power of nature, so eloquently described in this poem, was also heightened by the lockdown constraints we’ve all been living under. It’s probably one of our most famous poems and I’m sure lots of us will have memories of it, perhaps from school, but sometimes familiarity can make us miss things, and for me, the challenge of learning this poem by heart made me look at it anew. However, whilst meeting my daughter for a walk and a catch up in Sefton Park in Liverpool on a sunny Saturday morning, we passed a swathe of beautiful daffodils and my choice was made – 'I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud' by William Wordsworth. It starts ‘There’s a famous seaside place called Blackpool, That’s noted for fresh air and fun, And Mr & Mrs Ramsbottom, Went there with young Albert, their son…….’ And it goes on from there to describe Albert’s unfortunate adventure with the Lion in Blackpool zoo. Indeed, the first poem which sprang into my head, was Albert and the Lion by Marriot Edgar which I can recall having to learn, for a school performance aged about nine. The theme for our readings in April is 'Balm for the Soul' and we hope the poetry, readings and recommendations we have chosen can help us keep reading and stay connected.Ī bit like Helen who shared ‘ Comfort’ with us last week, I was somewhat nervous when my turn came round to do ‘Lines by Heart’ as I equally don’t have a huge stock of poetry committed to memory. Alison recites I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud by William Wordsworth - put yourself to the test and see if you can memorise this poem too. Today's Lines by Heart reading is brought to us by Cheshire Hub Leader, Alison Finegan.