Exploration of Symbolical Elements in Romantic Poetry Through Wordsworth’s Poetry The Prelude and The Lucy

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16931813

Abstract

The central aim of this study is to examine the use of symbolism in Romantic poetry with a particular focus on the works of William Wordsworth. For this purpose, the research adopts a library-based approach and applies descriptive analysis to interpret the collected material. The framework for interpretation is drawn from Charles Sanders Peirce’s theory of semiotics, which provides the foundation for analyzing symbolic representations. The investigation centers on three significant poemsThe Lucy Poems, Tintern Abbey, and Ode: Intimations of Immortality from Recollections of Early Childhood. Through semiotic analysis, the study seeks to uncover the underlying meanings of the symbols within these poems and to demonstrate how they reflect the broader cultural, philosophical, and natural world that shaped Wordsworth’s imagination. Ultimately, this research aims to present a new perspective on the symbolic depth of Romantic poetry and highlight the intricate relationship between Wordsworth’s poetic vision and his surrounding environment.

Keywords: William Wordsworth, Symbolism, Semiotics, Charles Sanders Peirce, The Lucy Poem, Tintern Abbey, Ode On Intimations Of Immortality, Hidden Meanings, Cultural Context, Poetic Vision, Nature