More than any other poet, Wordworth was his own biographer, and told his story through his verse. This work on the poet's entire life and times, first published in 1980, remains the only full-length popular biography. It draws upon the letters and diaries of Wordsworth and his sister Dorothy, and of their contemporaries Coleridge and Southey. Hunter Davies also draws upon his own knowledge of the Lake District, which featured so strongly in Wordsworth life, to present a complete portrait of England's best known poet.
This remains the definitive popular biography of England's best known poet. - Grange Now!
A classic biography which is a joy to read. - Keswick Reminder
A painstakingly researched book that is both informative and eminently readable. - Westmorland Gazette
As valuable as ever in providing general readers with a life of the genius without the need to resort to the many detailed academic studies. Furthermore anything by Hunter Davies is well worth opening. - Evergreen
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Binding: Paperback, 384 pages ISBN: 9780711230453 Format: 198mm x 129mm
26 black and white illustrations
BIC Code:BGL BISAC Code:BIO007000 Imprint: Frances Lincoln
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