Journals of Dorothy Wordsworth, Vol. 1 (of 2) by Dorothy Wordsworth
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"Journals of Dorothy Wordsworth, Vol. 1 (of 2)" by Dorothy Wordsworth is a collection of personal journals that provide an intimate glimpse into the life of the author, likely written in the late 18th to early 19th century. This volume features her observations and experiences while living with her brother, the poet William Wordsworth, and their contemporary, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, capturing the beauty of nature, domestic life, and the literary environment of
the time. The journals shed light on both the mundane and the profound, showcasing Dorothy's reflections on her surroundings and her relationships. The opening of the journal begins on January 20, 1798, with Dorothy's vivid descriptions of the natural landscape around Alfoxden, where she and her brother have settled. She captures the interplay of light, weather, and changes in the seasons, providing detailed observations of plants, animals, and the beauty of the countryside. As she documents her daily walks and encounters with nature, the reader gains insight into her contemplative nature and her close bond with William. Dorothy’s journal serves as both a record of her life and a reflection of the Romantic era's profound appreciation for the natural world, hinting at the inspiration behind some of William's poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wordsworth, Dorothy, 1771-1855 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Knight, William Angus, 1836-1916 |
| Title | Journals of Dorothy Wordsworth, Vol. 1 (of 2) |
| Credits |
Produced by sp1nd, Linda Hamilton, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Wordsworth, William, 1770-1850 -- Family |
| Subject | Wordsworth, Dorothy, 1771-1855 -- Diaries |
| Subject | Authors, English -- 19th century -- Diaries |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 42856 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-42856-7 |
| Release Date | Jun 2, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2024 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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