Prior to Wordsworth, humor was an essential part of poetry. I mean, they don't call them Shakespeare comedies for nothing.

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This quote suggests that before the era of poet William Wordsworth, humor played a vital role in poetry. It points out the abundant use of comedy in the works of renowned poet William Shakespeare. By mentioning Shakespeare's comedies, the quote implies that humor was a prevalent and valued element in poetry. The quote possibly indicates that Wordsworth's poetry marked a departure from this tradition, focusing more on serious and introspective themes, and with lesser emphasis on humor.

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