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Resolution and Independence

William Wordsworth
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Resolution and Independence

Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2012

Book Brief

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William Wordsworth

Resolution and Independence

Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

7

Format

Poem • Fiction

Setting

Northern England • Early 1800s

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In "Resolution and Independence," William Wordsworth portrays a struggling poet who encounters a resilient old leech-gatherer. The poet learns from the gatherer's steadfast spirit and determination amidst adversity, gaining inspiration and insight into perseverance and inner strength. Wordsworth emphasizes the importance of resilience and the profound lessons drawn from others' experiences.

Contemplative

Serene

Inspirational

Melancholic

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

3.9

44 ratings

70%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

William Wordsworth's Resolution and Independence is celebrated for its vivid imagery and exploration of human resilience. Critics praise its emotional depth and the poet's reflection on nature's role in personal growth. Some find the language dated, impacting accessibility. Overall, it remains a powerful introspection on perseverance despite life's uncertainties.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Resolution and Independence?

A reader who enjoys Resolution and Independence by William Wordsworth is typically drawn to Romantic poetry and themes of nature, solitude, and the human spirit. Similar books include Lyrical Ballads by Wordsworth and Coleridge, and Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman, which emphasize introspection and a deep connection to nature.

3.9

44 ratings

70%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

7

Format

Poem • Fiction

Setting

Northern England • Early 1800s

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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