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A Times and Sunday Times Best Book of 2020 ‘Radical Wordsworth deserves to take its place as the finest modern introduction to his work, life and impact’ Financial Times ‘Richly repays reading … It is hard to think of another poet who has changed our world so much’ Sunday Times A...

In this captivating story, a life of mischief takes an unexpected turn when a chance meeting with a headstrong animal sparks a profound transformation. - Summary by Matthew Schneider

Dive into the evocative world of The White Doe of Rylstone, a narrative poem crafted by William Wordsworth that unfolds in seven cantos against the backdrop of the Northern Rebellion of 1569. This gripping tale follows a band of Catholic noblemen from Northern England as they challenge Queen Elizabeth I in a bid to place Mary, Queen of Scots, on the throne. However, their ambitions lead to tragedy as Elizabeths forces retaliate mercilessly against the Yorkshire Dales. Inspired by a visit to Bolton Abbey, Wordsworth poignantly illustrates the harrowing fate of a Catholic family caught in the ...

Embark on a journey through the natural beauty of the Lake District with William Wordsworth's 'The Excursion.' Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and emotions of this celebrated poem, and explore the depth and breadth of the human experience through the eyes of its characters. Experience the power of nature to inspire and uplift, and the ability of great poetry to touch our hearts and minds.https://www.solgood.org - Check out our Streaming Service for our full collection of audiobooks, podcasts, short stories, & 10 hour sounds for sleep and relaxation at our website William Wordsworth, ...

In August 1817 the Edinburgh Review used the term "Lake Poets" to describe the work of Wordsworth, Coleridge, and Southey. The term was used in a derisory context. Now, 180 years later, the term is used in anything but a derogatory fashion.

We now see the work of the Lake Poets, in particular that of Wordsworth and Coleridge, and specifically that written in the legendary 10-year period between 1797 and 1807, as defining the nature of modern poetry. This poetic revolution is a fascinating story.