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The Grasmere and Alfoxden Journals (Paperback)
Series: Oxford World's Classics
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'I went & sat with W & walked backwards & forwards in
the Orchard till dinner time - he read me his poem. I broiled
Beefsteaks.' Dorothy Wordsworth's journals are a unique record of
her life with her brother William, at the time when he was at the
height of his poetic powers. Invaluable for the insight they give
into the daily life of the poet and his friendship with Coleridge,
they are also remarkable for their spontaneity and immediacy, and
for the vivid descriptions of people, places, and incidents that
inspired some of Wordsworth's best-loved poems. The Grasmere
Journal was begun at Dove Cottage in May 1800 and kept for three
years. Dorothy notes the walks and the weather, the friends,
country neighbours and beggars on the roads; she sets down accounts
of the garden, of Wordsworth's marriage, their concern for
Coleridge, the composition of poetry. The earlier Alfoxden Journal
was written during 1797-8, when the Wordsworths lived near
Coleridge in Somerset .Not intended for publication, but to 'give
Wm Pleasure by it', both journals have a quality recognized by
Wordsworth when he wrote of Dorothy that 'she gave me eyes, she
gave me ears'. This edition brings the reader closer to the hurried
flow of Dorothy's writing and includes rich explanatory notes about
the places and people described in the journals. ABOUT THE SERIES:
For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the
widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable
volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the
most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features,
including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful
notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further
study, and much more.
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