William Wordsworth was a poet who lived a tumultuous and interesting life. His early life, the politics he was introduced to, and the nature surrounding him influenced Wordsworth to begin writing poetry. William Wordsworth was well-known as a romantic poet. His compelling story can be examined by looking at specific aspects such as his early childhood and how it affected his poetry, his journey to France and how the French Revolution impacted his themes and political views, and how nature also influenced his poetry. William Wordsworth was born unto his parents, Ann and John Wordsworth, in Cockermouth, England, on the seventh of April in 1770. The Wordsworth’s had five children, and William was the second oldest. He was closest to his sister …show more content…
This influenced his poetry and his political stances. He eventually moved to France after he graduated from Cambridge in 1701. "William Wordsworth." Poets.org. Ed. Academy of American Poets., Web. 22 Sept. 2015. After moving to France, William Wordsworth wrote poetry about freedom for the “common man” and concern in for the troubles of the people. It also impacted his views on politics. His first pieces of poetry, called Descriptive Sketches and An Evening Walk were written about these themes. "William Wordsworth." Poets.org. Ed. Academy of American Poets., Web. 22 Sept. 2015. While in France, William Wordsworth also met a woman, Annette Vallon, and they fell in love. They had a child out of wedlock together named Caroline. The war between France and England caused them to be apart. "William Wordsworth." Poets.org. Ed. Academy of American Poets., Web. 22 Sept. 2015. 9. William Wordsworth later became friendly with Samuel Taylor Coleridge. Together they wrote Lyrical Ballads, that was published in 1798. It included poems written by both Wordsworth and Coleridge. Kettler, Sara. "William Wordsworth." Bio.com. A&E Networks Television, Web. 22 Sept.