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And love Quote by William Wordsworth

“Myriads of daisies have shone forth in flower Near the lark's nest, and in their natural hour Have passed away; less happy than the one That by the unwilling ploughshare died to prove The tender charm of poetry and love.” quote by William Wordsworth
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“Myriads of daisies have shone forth in flower Near the lark's nest, and in their natural hour Have passed away; less happy than the one That by the unwilling ploughshare died to prove The tender charm of poetry and love.”

William Wordsworth

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Daisies" from "Poems in Two Volumes", 1807

The fleeting beauty of daisies and larks contrasts with the harshness of forced labor, illustrating how poetry and love endure beyond ordinary hardships.

In simple terms: Poetry and love outlast hardship.

Key Takeaway

Value art and love over toil.

Themes

nature art love hardship

Mood

contemplative inspired

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • Gardening
  • birdwatching
  • creative writing
  • reflective walks

Key Concepts

Romanticism transcendence symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does nature inspire your creative work?
  • What role does love play in overcoming hardship?
A Different Perspective

Hard work can also produce beauty, not just suffering.

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