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Wordsworth / Old Rectory
WILLIAM WORDSWORTH English poets home from 1811 to 1813, The Old Rectory, which was demolished in the 1890s Date: 1770 - 1850
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This evocative image transports us back in time to the picturesque Old Rectory in the English countryside, where the renowned Romantic poet William Wordsworth resided from 1811 to 1813. Nestled amidst the rolling hills and lush greenery, the Old Rectory, built around 1770, served as a source of inspiration for Wordsworth's poetic masterpieces. The white, Georgian-style house with its elegant columns and tall, arched windows stands proudly against the backdrop of a sprawling garden, teeming with vibrant shrubs, bushes, and trees. During his stay at the Old Rectory, Wordsworth found solace and creativity in the tranquil surroundings. The peaceful ambiance of the place, with its serene lake and breathtaking views, is reflected in his poetry, particularly in the famous lines from "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud," where he describes the daffodils blooming "beside the lake, beneath the trees, fluttering and dancing in the breeze." Sadly, the Old Rectory, which holds such historical significance in the literary world, was demolished in the late 1890s. Today, only memories and the beauty of the surrounding landscape remain as testament to the time Wordsworth spent there, penning some of the most beloved verses in the English language.
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