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To Toussaint L Ouverture By William Wordsworth

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"To Toussaint L'Ouverture", written by William Wordsworth, a poem of motivation and hope during 1802 whose focus was on delivering a universal message to all. Wordsworth's way of expressing his concern for Toussaint was delivered through a sonnet. This ordinary language was meant to inspire and motivate all who read it. It was published in the Morning Post creating easy availability to all. Wordsworth is recognized as an influential writer because of the connections he made for everyday people to politics. According to the Poetry Foundation, "Wordsworth is not, of course, remembered as a prose writer but as a poet of spiritual and epistemological speculation, a poet concerned with the human relationship to nature." His ability to create this …show more content…

Wordsworth knew how defeated Toussaint felt while being imprisoned but he didn't want him to feel useless or powerless. Instead, he shared this poem to open Toussaint's eyes and make the best of his situation. Wordsworth states, "Though fallen Thyself, never to rise again, Live, and take comfort"(8-9). Although he was in jail and couldn't help though actions anymore, he wasn't useless. He mentally, still had the ability to make a difference even after all he had already done. Although his actions couldn't make a difference once in jail, Wordsworth wanted Toussaint to feel proud of his accomplishments and take comfort in them. Making the most out of his situation and looking at the positives is what Wordsworth wants to exemplify. Through the poem, hope and motivation were spread to all who read it. Although it was written to Toussaint, it was meant for all who had been affected by his arrest. No matter what situation you're in and how bad you have it, there's always a way to improve and to take action for the …show more content…

Toussaint's actions are what made him inspirational to the public. One's actions have a significant role in people's lives. Every action has a consequence which is what Wordsworth reminds Toussaint of. "There's not a breathing of the common wind that will forget thee;" (13-14). Wordsworth expresses the fact that Toussaint's actions will inspire future generations to keep fighting for what he died for. His idea of freedom and equality can be achieved and it's through his motivation and bravery of taking action that they will come true. Not only will Toussaint be known as a historical figure but someone who was willing to take risks in order to improve his people's rights. His idea of equality wasn't just for his race but a concept which can be applied to any race of the

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