The Age of Wordsworth

By Charles Harold Herford

Book Overview

The Age of Wordsworth is a book written by C. H. Herford that provides a comprehensive overview of the life and works of the Romantic poet William Wordsworth. The book explores the cultural and historical context in which Wordsworth lived and worked, examining the social and political changes that shaped his poetry and his worldview. Herford's analysis covers Wordsworth's early life, his friendship with Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and his literary output, including his most famous works such as Lyrical Ballads and The Prelude. The Age of Wordsworth also delves into the critical reception of Wordsworth's poetry, both during his lifetime and in the years since his death. Overall, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and work of one of England's most celebrated poets.1901. A study of the poetry and literary works of the period from 1798 to 1830, which has come to be known as the Revival of Romance, and in which Wordsworth was the most original and commanding figure. Contents: Study and Speculation. (i.) Science and Politics; (ii.) The Dawn of Spiritualism in Theology; (iii.) History; Critics and Essayists; The Novel; The Drama; and Poetry. The Wordsworth Group; The Scott Group; and The Shelley Group.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162644494
• ISBN13: 9781162644493
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"