Wordsworth is remembered as one of the main poets of Romanticism, often praised for extolling the beauty of daffodils and memory. This course provides a survey of his work. We will learn about Wordsworth’s own vision for poetry, and explore some of his lesser-studied poetry, including the ballad ‘The Thorn’ and sections of the blank verse autobiographical ‘The Prelude’. Alongside investigations of his more popular poetry, this course will help us understand more about Wordsworth as a Romantic, and revolutionary, poet.
Tutor: Maddy Potter PhD
Term: Spring
Day: Saturday
Dates: 01 and 08 March 2025
Time: 10am-1.15pm
No. of weeks: 2 (consecutive weeks)
Full fee: £57
Location: Online
This course will be delivered via Zoom. Students joining the course will need access to a computer, laptop or tablet with a microphone (essential) and a webcam (desirable), as well as a reliable broadband connection.