Lines (Tintern Abbey)
This poem uses the dramatic monologue, a poem in which the poet is addressing a listener who never speaks but is referred to, in order to take you on a series of emotional states by trying to sway himself, his sister, and eventually his readers. The loss of innocence and intensity over time is compensated by gathering knowledge and insight. Wordsworth proves that although time was lost along with his innocence, he in turn was able to gain an appreciation for the aesthetics (which is the study of the mind and emotions in relation to the sense of beauty) that consoled him by incorporating all together, the wonders of nature, his past experiences, and his present mature perception of life.
This poem uses the dramatic monologue, a poem in which the poet is addressing a listener who never speaks but is referred to, in order to take you on a series of emotional states by trying to sway himself, his sister, and eventually his readers. The loss of innocence and intensity over time is compensated by gathering knowledge and insight. Wordsworth proves that although time was lost along with his innocence, he in turn was able to gain an appreciation for the aesthetics (which is the study of the mind and emotions in relation to the sense of beauty) that consoled him by incorporating all together, the wonders of nature, his past experiences, and his present mature perception of life.
Note- Wordsworth was inspired to write Tintern Abbey after a fifty mile walk with his sister. It was added at the last minute to the end of the Lyrical Ballads. Though its inception was impulsive and it did not fit with the rest of the poems, Tintern Abbey undoubtedly had a “worthy purpose” of its own. Tintern Abbey is renowned for its references to politics and society and its insight into the life and mind of Wordsworth.
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…The word that stood out the most to me was “pleasure,” because it seems as though it sums up the importance of the poem. Wordsworth has just went on a 50 mile walk with his sister, and all he can talk about is how it was a riveting experience to be out in the wild and alone with just his thoughts, and emotions.
Composed upon Westminster Bridge, Sept. 3, 1802.
“Composed upon Westminster Bridge, September 3, 1802” is a prime example of the way in which nature captured Wordsworth’s heart.
…The word that stood out to me the most was “splendor,” because this expresses Wordsworth’s love for London. This is expresses how he looks upon London as a place of splendor, and is in awe of the vision of beauty he sees before him. The fact that he uses the words “Dear God!” shows that he is taken aback by what he observes.
The World is too much with us; late and soon
The speaker of this poem is Wordsworth, talking about materialism. "The world is too much with us; late and soon, getting and spending, we lay waste our powers" is basically saying lately no one has payed attention to anything except for money and greed, using their (industrial revolutionaries/citizens of London) power to gain more power.
In line 8, Wordsworth speaks of being "out of tune", meaning the people are not doing as nature intended; greed and control is taking over everyone's life course.
There is a reference to three religions at the end of the poem ("Great God!" - Christianity, "a pagan suckled..." - Paganism, and "Proteus... Old Triton" - Greek Mythology). As the greater majority of people in London at this time were Christians (or catholic), the way Wordsworth says he'd rather be a Pagan (or his sight and sound of the Greek Gods) shows how disgusted he is in the demoralization of ideals at this time (further emphasizing the materialism at the time).
The speaker of this poem is Wordsworth, talking about materialism. "The world is too much with us; late and soon, getting and spending, we lay waste our powers" is basically saying lately no one has payed attention to anything except for money and greed, using their (industrial revolutionaries/citizens of London) power to gain more power.
In line 8, Wordsworth speaks of being "out of tune", meaning the people are not doing as nature intended; greed and control is taking over everyone's life course.
There is a reference to three religions at the end of the poem ("Great God!" - Christianity, "a pagan suckled..." - Paganism, and "Proteus... Old Triton" - Greek Mythology). As the greater majority of people in London at this time were Christians (or catholic), the way Wordsworth says he'd rather be a Pagan (or his sight and sound of the Greek Gods) shows how disgusted he is in the demoralization of ideals at this time (further emphasizing the materialism at the time).
…The word that stuck out to me the most was “Nature,” because there is so much biblical references, that the word Nature or even God leaves it somewhat open ended. As opposed to A Pagan or even Proteus (the Sea God) is more specified. It seems to relate to all.
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