A preface to Wordsworth
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About this book
Probably the most famous of the Romantic poets, William Wordsworth worked with and influenced many of the leading poets of the age. This excellent introduction to his life and works sets his writing firmly in the context of his times. John Purkis provides an outline of Wordsworth's life and cultural background and their effect on his work, and examines his verse, from the earliest school poems to the final years.
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3.8/5 · 3 readers · 211 pages · ≈ 3 h 54 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read A preface to Wordsworth?
About ≈ 3 h 54 m — 211 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is A preface to Wordsworth?
211 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is A preface to Wordsworth?
It sits on the Poetry, Biography & Memoir shelves.
Is A preface to Wordsworth in the public domain?
No — it is still under copyright.
Who wrote A preface to Wordsworth?
John Arthur Purkis (1933–0).