The Romantic period brought a significant sweetness to literature in a strong reaction to the Age of Enlightenment. Williamworth shows this eloquently in his poem “Lines Composed a Few Miles Above Tintern Abbey” quickly putting the reader in touch with nature as his visit confirms his memory of “[feeling] these waters, flowing from their mountain springs / With a sweet internal murmur” (3-4). Describing the sounds, rather than just the scene, brings to mind a quiet, calm, peaceful environment. The reader understands that this quiet place is very dear, as Worth recalls: Once again I see these steep and high cliffs, ......................... ........................................... Once again I see these hedgerows, just hedge rows, little lines of sporty woodland running wild (4-5, 4-16). A tender emotion can be felt from the fact that this scene is described as dutiful. “Secluded” (6), “tranquil” (8), “immature” (12), and “green” (16) are all adjectives used to describe this serene environment, thus bringing the reader back to the real world....
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