I felt, while reading, that the poems all had an underlying tone of tranquility. I felt like even though I was having a bad day, Wordsworth put things in perspective a little, especially with his last poem where he references the splendor of nature through out the piece, even though he also says that it reminds him of running in fear. It made me think that the first poem, however seemingly innocent and beautiful, could've been written by a man trying to escape his life through art. The heart is going to yearn for rest; poets, dreamers, and artists have a certain immaturity that allows them to dream of the rest and picture it in their mind. As an artist, I can lay claim to the immaturity as well. I have many times dreamed of flying through clouds instead of being in my life. I think Wordsworth really has a grasp on the idea of a poet.
I commented on Daniel Stephen's post.
I agree with you. I have found that those who have experienced the deepest pain often produce the most beautiful and relatable art.
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