The Letters of William and Dorothy Wordsworth: Volume V: The Later Years: Part II 1829-1834
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THE THESIS
This volume investigates the personal and professional correspondence of William and Dorothy Wordsworth during the critical period of 1829 to 1834. The editors provide a rigorous scholarly framework, contextualizing the letters within the broader scope of the Romantic movement and the domestic life of the Wordsworth family. By presenting these primary source documents, the text offers an unfiltered view into the evolving creative processes and social networks of two central figures in English literature.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Primary source correspondence covering the years 1829 through 1834.
- Detailed editorial annotations providing historical and biographical context for each letter.
- Insights into the domestic routines and social interactions of the Wordsworth household.
- Documentation of the authors' reactions to contemporary political and literary shifts in 19th-century Britain.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Scholars and historians frequently cite this collection as a foundational resource for understanding the later life of William Wordsworth. The text is noted for its high level of academic density and meticulous editorial standards, making it a standard reference for researchers in the field of Romantic studies.
Page Count:
818
Publication Date:
2000-12-07
Publisher:
Clarendon Press
ISBN-10:
0198124821
ISBN-13:
9780198124825
Non-Fiction
Biography
History
Letters
Literary Criticism
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