“Nor less I deem that there are Powers Which of themselves our minds impress; That we can feed this mind of ours In a wise passiveness”
Quote by William Wordsworth
Work
The Poetical Works of William Wordsworth
This book encompasses a selection of William Wordsworth's most celebrated poems, showcasing his deep engagement with nature and the human experience. more
Author
William Wordsworth
William Wordsworth was an English Romantic poet, born on April 7, 1770, in Cockermouth, and died on April 23, 1850. His poetry is renowned for its depiction of natural landscapes and profound expression of personal emotions and inner world. more
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