The Poetical Works of William Wordsworth — Volume 5 (of 8)

"The Poetical Works of William Wordsworth — Volume 5 (of 8)" by William Wordsworth is a selection of poems from the late 1700s and early 1800s featuring "The Excursion," a lengthy work that considers nature, feelings, and big ideas about people. It looks closely at how characters connect and what they learn while talking about their lives, highlighting the thoughtful Wanderer. It begins in a lonely but beautiful place where the speaker finds a fellow named the Wanderer near an old, broken-down house. The Wanderer then reflects on his life story and shares a powerful story about a lady named Margaret and how she showed strength and hope while dealing with hard times and being poor. The talks touch on memory, sadness, and how life always changes, revealing a strong sense of care and knowledge of what the characters have gone through, blending personal tales with views on the society around them.