William Wordsworth, a pivotal figure in English Romanticism, transformed poetry through his revolutionary approach to language and nature. His life and works epitomize the Romantic movement's core principles.
Key aspects of his contribution:
- Pioneer of Romantic poetry focusing on nature and ordinary life
- Revolutionized poetic language by advocating simple, everyday expressions
- Developed profound philosophy about human-nature relationship
- Collaborated with Coleridge to produce groundbreaking Lyrical Ballads
- Emphasized importance of emotion, memory, and childhood experiences in poetry
