Quote by William Collins

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

Prior to Wordsworth, humor was an essential part of poetry.

Summary

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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By William Collins

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