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This collection of 35 poems is a sequel to a volume of lyrical ballads first published in 1798. While the first volume was a collaboration between Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, this anthology contains verses by Wordsworth only. Generally, the poems are less well-known than those of the earlier volume but do include major narrative pieces, like "The Pastoral Epics", "The Brothers", and "Michael".

William Wordsworth (1770-1850) was born in Cockermouth, in the Lake District. His Lyrical Ballads, written in collaboration with Coleridge, was published in 1798, and shortly afterwards he settled in Dove Cottage, Grasmere, with his sister Dorothy. Inspired in his early manhood by the French Revolution, he grew disillusioned with revolutionary politics and in later life became decidedly conservative. He left a vast body of work, ranging from delicately simple lyrics to deeply meditative odes.

William Wordsworth (1770 -1850) is one of the most popular and enduring of the English poets. His poetry is beloved for its deep feeling, its use of ordinary speech, and its celebration of nature and of the beauty and poetry in the commonplace. Together with his friend, the poet and political activist Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Wordsworth helped launch the romantic age in English literature. These poems demonstrate the astonishing range and beauty of Wordsworth’s work and his sustained, coherent vision.

In this collection, the authors were striving for a natural and unaffected style of verse that sought to avoid the elaborate structures and artifice that they considered had characterized much of the poetry of the 18th century. Of the 23 poems, only four are by Coleridge, including "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner", which is the most famous poem in the collection. The most notable contribution by Wordsworth is the concluding poem, "Tintern Abbey".

Across fifty poems our classic poets including Christina Georgina Rossetti, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Paul Laurence Dunbar, Thomas Hardy & Dante Gabriel Rossetti find verse and tender words to match the occasion. Their descriptions of nature’s ever-evolving landscape and humanity’s ever-changing lives emblazon the page with the lively ink that shapes us all.

This wide-ranging collection gathers together the major poems of Samuel Taylor Coleridge, his children Hartley, Derwent, and Sara, his nephew Henry Nelson, his grandchildren Christabel Rose and Ernest Hartley, and his great-great-niece Mary—in all, 201 poems (plus one by the family friend...

Delve into the introspective realms of solitude and self-discovery with "Recluse," a podcast that invites listeners to explore the profound connections between isolation and creativity. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, presenting a rotating collection that reflects on the themes of introspection, personal growth, and the complexities of the human experience when faced with solitude. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that examine how moments of withdrawal can lead to deeper understanding and artistic expression. As you journey through these narratives...

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of human experience through the lens of creativity and introspection, as suggested by the title "Prelude, Version 2." This podcast delves into the profound journey of self-discovery, artistic expression, and the evolution of thought that defines the essence of a poet's life. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that captures the nuances of inspiration, motivation, and the intricate relationship between the self and the world. This is not a single narrative but a series of unique explorations that invite listeners to reflect on their own creative ...

Immerse yourself in the lyrical beauty and profound insights of the sonnets crafted by William Wordsworth in this enchanting rotating collection. Each episode presents a new complete audiobook, allowing listeners to explore the intricate tapestry of nature, emotion, and human experience that Wordsworth so masterfully weaves through his poetry. Delve into themes of love, friendship, and the sublime connection between humanity and the natural world, all while reflecting on the complexities of society and the passage of time. This series is not a single narrative but a rich assortment of unique ...

Located in a part of Cumbria that was once part of Lancashire, the River Duddon rises in the high fells of the Lake District and flows for 25 miles through varied scenery before disappearing into the sands between Millom and Barrow-in-Furness. Wordsworth’s series of sonnets, inspired by his walks along the river, were written over a period of years, but are arranged so as to follow its downward course from the fells to the sea. Part One of this reading consists of the 33 sonnets and postscript that were first published as a series in 1820. Later editions of Wordsworth’s works included a ...

A ne'er-do-well's life is changed by an encounter with a stubborn animal. - Summary by Matthew Schneider

LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Ode To Duty by William Wordsworth. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 31, 2020 ------ “Ode to Duty” is an appeal to the principle of morality for guidance and support. This Fortnightly Poem is taken from The Poetical Works of William Wordsworth — Volume 3 (of 8) by William Wordsworth - Summary by Wikipedia

This is a project which will allow readers and listeners to compare the recording quality of a wide variety of recording devices. It is a sequel to another project in which readers submitted readings of a poem on a variety of portable recording devices. For this project, readers have read "I Wandered Lonely As A Cloud" by William Wordsworth. (Summary by Algy Pug)

This was the weekly poetry project for 14 May 2006. Spring’s flowers come and go all too quickly, but Wordsworth’s classic poem reminds us that their blessings last.

LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Inscriptions Written With A Slate Pencil Upon A Stone, The Largest Of A Heap Lying Near A Deserted Quarry, Upon One Of The Islands At Rydal by William Wordsworth. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 8, 2026. ------ William Wordsworth was an English Romantic poet who, with Samuel Taylor Coleridge, helped to launch the Romantic Age in English literature with their joint publication Lyrical Ballads (1798). Wordsworth was Poet Laureate from 1843 until his death from pleurisy on 23 April 1850. He remains one of the most recognizable ...

LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of The Tables Turned; an Evening Scene by William Wordsworth. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for July 28, 2019. ------ Our author is urging his friend to quit his books, get outdoors and appreciate nature. ( David Lawrence )

Embark on a journey of exploration and introspection with "Excursion," a podcast that invites listeners to traverse the landscapes of thought and emotion through a rotating collection of audiobooks. Inspired by the themes of nature, solitude, and the profound connection between humanity and the environment, this series encourages deep reflection on the human experience. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, allowing for a diverse range of narratives that echo the spirit of adventure and contemplation. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that illuminate the ...

Immerse yourself in the evocative landscapes of emotion and nature that define the essence of Lyrical Ballads, a pivotal collection that ignited the English Romantic movement. This podcast invites listeners to explore the profound connections between humanity and the natural world, as well as the deep introspection that characterizes poetry from this transformative period. With each episode featuring a new complete audiobook, you will encounter a diverse array of voices and styles that reflect the spirit of the late 18th century, emphasizing imagination and the beauty of everyday life. This is...

The language of Poetry is an art that most of us attempt at some point in our lives. Although its commonplace exposure has been somewhat marginalised in today’s often fast-paced lives we all recognise good verse that can empathise with our thoughts or open us up to experience new things in new ways, to better understand and to enjoy the many strands of our lives.