Wordsworth Lyrical Ballads

What are the four parts of preface to Lyrical Ballads?

Following are the four parts of preface to Lyrical Ballads;

Content

Language

The Poet

The Poetry.

Describe the character of Wordsworth?

He was a romantic poet. He has played a great role in the romantic

moment.He taught the beauty of nature.

Why did the poet telling his friend to close his books and learn from nature?

According to the poet, nature can teach a man about his environment and surroundings and can the bigger part of something than the dry page of books.

Like he said;

"Come forth into the light of things

Let Nature be your teacher"

Define the term Pantheism?

It means the worship of several gods.

What is Lyric?

It is some kind of song.Poets express their personal emotions and feelings through lyrics.

Define Ballad?

A Ballad can be a poem or song which describe a story.

When did preface to Lyrical Ballads publish?

1798.

What is the motto of preface to Lyrical Ballads?

Their motto was "back to nature”. They worship nature and

its beauty. They turned to village life and explained the beauty of nature in simple language.

What language Wordsworth prefer in poetry?

According to him, poetry must be written in common language. Original language should be used which would be easy for common readers to understand the language. He says that purpose of poetry should evoke emotional feelings.

What is the chief aim of preface to Lyrical Ballads?

The chief aim of preface to Lyrical Ballads is to teach, that common and real language should be used. Poets should admire nature and its beauty. Situations and circumstances of every kind should be chosen from common places.

What kind of themes Wordsworth wants the poet should add in their Poetry?

He says that the themes of poetry should be selected from the real-life events and these events should be explained in common language.so that common people can understand

better.  

Discuss the concept of poetic diction' as explained by Wordsworth in

preface to Lyrical Ballads.

Wordsworth says that the poetry should not be written in

difficult wording because it will not be easy for common readers to understand. The diction of poetry should be simple so that everyone can comprehend.