Wordsworth, William

The Prelude: Four Texts (1798, 1799, 1805, 1850) (Penguin Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780140433692
author:
Wordsworth, William
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
1995
Pages:
736
Dimensions:
19.71 x 13 x 3.2 centimetres (0.
Genre:
Poetry & poets: 19th century
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£15.29

Description

The Prelude: The Four Texts (1798, 1799, 1805, 1850) by William Wordsworth First published in 1850, The Prelude is a deeply personal and poetic exploration of the poet's own creative journey. Spanning over fifty years of work, this masterpiece takes the reader on a journey through Wordsworth's formative moments of childhood and youth, as well as his experiences as a radical undergraduate in France during the Revolution. The result is a fascinating examination of the self that also presents a comprehensive view of the poet's own creative vision. Through The Prelude, Wordsworth offers a unique insight into the development of his mind and the shaping of his poetry. This work is a remarkable example of poetic autobiography, one that has captivated readers for generations with its beauty, depth, and insight into the human experience.

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