Wordsworth's Life: A Poetic Journey

Wordsworth: A Life

by Juliet Barker

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	7943 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	1591 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Paperback	:	112 pages
Item Weight	:	1.04 pounds
Dimensions	:	6.14 x 0.5 x 9.21 inches
Reading age	:	8 - 12 years
Hardcover	:	210 pages

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William Wordsworth, one of the most influential poets of the Romantic era, led a life as extraordinary as his poetry. From his childhood in the Lake District to his friendships with Samuel Taylor Coleridge and Dorothy Wordsworth, from his travels to his struggles and triumphs, Wordsworth's life is a tapestry of experience that illuminates his work.

Juliet Barker's masterful biography, Wordsworth's Life, traces the poet's journey from his humble beginnings to his celebrated status as a literary icon. Barker draws on a wealth of sources, including Wordsworth's own letters, journals, and poems, as well as the memoirs of his contemporaries, to create a vivid and insightful portrait of the man behind the words.

Through Barker's meticulous research and engaging storytelling, we learn of Wordsworth's childhood in the picturesque Lake District, where he developed a deep love of nature that would shape his poetry. We follow him as he leaves home for Cambridge University, where he meets Coleridge and forms a lifelong friendship that would have a profound impact on both of their work.

Barker also explores the complexities of Wordsworth's relationships, from his stormy love affair with Annette Vallon to his close bond with his sister, Dorothy. She sheds light on the struggles and triumphs that shaped his life, including his financial difficulties, his political disillusionment, and his personal losses.

Throughout Wordsworth's Life, Barker offers a nuanced and deeply personal portrait of the poet, revealing the man behind the myth. She shows us Wordsworth as a passionate, flawed, and ultimately triumphant figure, whose life and work continue to inspire readers today.

A Must-Read for Wordsworth Enthusiasts and Poetry Lovers

Whether you are a lifelong Wordsworth enthusiast or a newcomer to his work, Juliet Barker's Wordsworth's Life is an essential read. Barker's meticulous research and her engaging storytelling bring Wordsworth's life and work to life, offering a unique and unforgettable glimpse into the mind of one of our greatest poets.

Wordsworth's Life is available now at all major bookstores and online retailers.

Wordsworth: A Life

by Juliet Barker

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	7943 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	1591 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Paperback	:	112 pages
Item Weight	:	1.04 pounds
Dimensions	:	6.14 x 0.5 x 9.21 inches
Reading age	:	8 - 12 years
Hardcover	:	210 pages

FREE