Author(s)

Jiang Di ¹, Liu Siqi ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ Chongqing NO. 18 Middle School, Chongqing, China

Corresponding Author

ABSTRACT

The debate surrounding romantic poetry often revolves around whether poets use nature as a direct subject or as a metaphorical vehicle for other themes, a topic that ignites fervent discussions among students. This paper examines the role of nature in Romantic poetry through an educational analysis of two iconic poems: Daffodils by William Wordsworth and Ode to the West Wind by Percy Bysshe Shelley. The study delves into the ways in which nature is portrayed in these poems and how it serves as a source of inspiration, reflection, and transcendence for the Romantic poets. The paper also explores the thematic and stylistic elements employed by the poets to convey their deep connection with nature and the profound impact it has on human emotions and experiences. Through this analysis, the paper aims to provide a deeper understanding of the significance of nature in Romantic poetry and its enduring influence on literary and artistic expression, and provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the diverse manifestations of nature in romantic poetry.

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Jiang Di, Liu Siqi, The Role of Nature in Romantic Poetry—An Educational Analysis of Daffodils and Ode to the West Wind. Lecture Notes on Language and Literature (2024) Vol. 7: 124-128. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/langl.2024.070120.

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