Prologue William Wordsworth is possibly the greatest Romantic poet to ever live. In his writings, his use of vivid descriptions, symbolism, and imagery are unmatched by any author past or present. Reading the poetry of Wordsworth is a unique experience that is both intellectual and enjoyable. His style of writing and themes captivate the reader and make him/her feel that they are experiencing the sights and sounds described in the poem. Throughout this report, …showed first 75 words of 7235 total…

…showed last 75 words of 7235 total…of Wordsworth’s best poems. Arguably, it is the best poem outside of his collections of poetry. The ingenuity he uses such as comparing Samuel and Margaret to God and Satan, was ground breaking during this time period. His level of detail/description used may be even better than most of the other works he has written. The Ruined Cottage, although not one of his most well known works, is certainly one of his best.