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""Words Worth in Early American Criticism"" provides a scholarly exploration of the reception and influence of the great English Romantic poet, William Wordsworth, within the United States during the nineteenth century. Annabel Newton meticulously examines how Wordsworth's poetics and philosophical outlook were perceived by early American critics, tracing the shift from initial skepticism to widespread admiration and profound influence on the American literary landscape. The work delves into the intellectual and cultural climate of the era, illustrating how Wordsworth's emphasis on nature, common humanity, and individual experience resonated with American ideals and the development of a distinct national literature. By analyzing contemporary reviews, essays, and correspondence, Newton highlights the critical debates surrounding the poet's style and themes, offering valuable insights into the evolution of American aesthetic standards. This study serves as an essential resource for those interested in the history of literary criticism, the cross-pollination of British and American thought, and the enduring legacy of Romanticism in the New World. It captures a pivotal moment in literary history when the voices of a young nation grappled with the revolutionary spirit of one of England's most celebrated poets. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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