Wordsworth and the Poetry of Sincerity

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Focusing on the concept of "sincerity" in poetry, this book situates Wordsworth within a broader historical context of poetic movements from the eighteenth century to today. It critically examines the evolution of Wordsworth's work, particularly his later poems, addressing the reasons behind the shifts in his poetic style as he aged. The analysis delves into the complexities of sincerity as a literary demand that emerged during Wordsworth's era and continues to resonate in contemporary poetry.