Analysis of William Wordsworth's style of writing in the poems, "Upon Westminster Bridge, September 3, 1802" and " Resolution and Independence".

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Analysis of William Wordsworth's style of writing in the poems, "Upon Westminster Bridge, September 3, 1802" and " Resolution and Independence"

"Nature never did betray the heart that loved her."- This quote of William Wordsworth, encapsulates the intense bond between Nature and him. Wordsworth was born at Cockermouth in Cumberland in 1770. He was the pioneer of a novel style of poetry, which was primarily nature-oriented. He replaced the lofty and eloquent style used at that time with his clear and simple language. His poems mostly dealt with pastoral folk who lived amidst Nature. His poems portray the moral influence exerted by nature on human thought and feeling.

The petrachean sonnet "Upon Westminster Bridge, September 3, 1802" mainly describes the skyline of London from above the Thames and is set early in the morning. Wordsworth, who was more enthralled by the beauty of Nature, was not familiar with the bustling city that he was passing through. The sonnet describes the tranquility of the city before everyone wakes up and goes about their consistent daily routine and before pollution spreads her ugly wings over the city. Wordsworth makes use of a vast imagery while describing the city to the reader. "This city now doth, like a garment, wear The beauty of the morning; silent and bare" this quote from the poem vividly portrays how Wordsworth sees the city as a lady who is constantly changing her attire. Wordsworth describes the untouched scene as he marvels over the remarkable balance of Nature and man-made constructions. In this poem, Wordsworth shifts his focus from the country-side to city where instead of recounting the breathtaking beauty of Nature beyond the city, he describes the picturesque landscape of London city. Wordsworth is known for his nature based poems, chooses in this sonnet to capture the city when it is at its best.
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In the poem, "Resolution and Independence" Wordsworth uses an elevated style of language. As the poem opens, Wordsworth describes Nature in all its glory as he speaks of the night after a storm. Chirping birds and a blazing sun signify that although the poet is anxious about his future, Nature doesn't seem to share this anxiety of his. Wordsworth speaks of how human beings are made to experience both features of life, sorrow and joy. As Wordsworth tries to make himself believe that he is care-free, his apprehension catches up with him. So far, in life he has ...

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