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What does the poet compare the city's beauty to?
What element of the city is described as 'glideth'?
How does the poet describe the morning air?
According to the poet, how is the sun's splendor described?
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What does the poet say about the 'mighty heart'?
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Study Notes
The Poem's Description of Nature
- The poem describes the beauty of the natural world at dawn, with the city of London wearing the "beauty of the morning" like a garment.
- The city's buildings, including ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples, are visible and "bright and glittering" in the clean air.
- The sun is shining beautifully, casting a calm and peaceful atmosphere.
The Poet's Emotional Response
- The poet describes the scene as "touching in its majesty", indicating a sense of awe and wonder.
- He emphasizes the calmness of the scene, saying it's the deepest calm he's ever felt.
- The poet's emotional response is one of reverence, as he addresses God directly in the final lines.
Imagery and Symbolism
- The city is personified as wearing a garment, emphasizing its beauty and tranquility.
- The river is described as gliding "at his own sweet will", suggesting a sense of freedom and independence.
- The image of the houses seeming asleep suggests a sense of stillness and quietness.
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Test your understanding of William Wordsworth's poem, analyzing its themes, imagery, and literary devices.
