An Analysis Elements of Nature in William Wordsworth’s Selected Poems: A Semantic Study

Abstract

The study aims to recognize the natural symbols in William Wordsworth’s poems “London, 1802,” “The World is Too Much with Us,” and “I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud,” written in 1802 and 1807. It seeks to explain and analyze the meanings behind these symbols. The research method employed was descriptive-qualitative, focusing on the selected poems of William Wordsworth. The study utilized transcripts and data sheets as supplementary tools. The study's findings revealed that the natural elements in the poem "London, 1802" encompass stagnant, fen, star, water, heavens, and sea. In "The World is Too Much with Us, 1807," the elements include moon, sea, wind, sleeping flowers, wind, and lea. Lastly, "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud, 1807" features vales, clouds, hills, lake, golden daffodils, trees, stars, breeze, waves, and Milky Way. Interpreting the symbolic meanings of these nature elements is the final step. In Wordsworth’s “London, 1802,” the natural elements symbolize England during his time. In the poem “The World is Too Much with Us,” the focus is on humanity and spirituality. Finally, “I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud” centers on the exquisite and almost ethereal beauty of flowers.