Dr. Sachin Londhe, Associate Professor, K. N. Bhise Arts,Com. & Vinayakrao Patil Science College

Preface to Lyrical Ballads by William Wordsworth   Brief Biography of William Wordsworth William Wordsworth was born in a raised in the scenic English Lake District, a rural paradise. His love for nature most likely came about as a result of this upbringing. Wordsworth attended St. John’s College, Cambridge University and took his degree without distinction. He spent a year in France (November 1791 to December 1792) after completing his studies and became an ardent supporter of the French Revolution. During this time, he fell in love with a Frenchwoman, Annette Vallon, and fathered a daughter, Caroline, with her. Lack of money forced him to return to England and war prevented him from rejoining his lover and child. This, combined with his disillusionment with the Revolution, led Wordsworth to the verge of an emotional breakdown. At this critical time, a friend died and left Wordsworth enough money to live by writing poetry. In 1795, he moved to Dorsetshire with his sister, Dorothy,...

 Major Relevant Guidelines notified by U. G. C./Higher Education   i. Table 2 (Minimum credit requirement to award degree under each category) of document Curriculum and Credit Framework for Undergraduate Programmes:  https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/7193743_FYUGP.pdf to understand the structure of the Undergraduate Program in the.   ii. National Higher Education Qualifications Framework (NHEQF):  https://www.ugc.gov.in/NHEQF.aspx iii. UGC (Establishment and Operationalization of Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) Scheme in Higher Education) Regulations, 2021:  https://www.ugc.gov.in/academic_bank_of_credits.aspx  iv. Curriculum and Credit Framework for Postgraduate Programmes https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3826733_Draft_PG_Curriculumn.pdf v. Guidelines for Multiple Entry and Exit in Academic Programmes offered in Higher Education Institutions:  https://www.education.gov.in/sites/upload_files/mhrd/files/upload_document/abc_doc....

  B. A. III Introduction to Literary Criticism Critical Approaches to Literature Biographical Approach to Literature   1. Introduction: The biographical approach to literature involves analyzing a literary work through the lens of the author's life experiences, background, and historical context. This method assumes that understanding the author's personal life can provide insights into the themes, characters, and motivations within the text. However, it is crucial to approach this method with caution, recognizing its limitations and potential pitfalls. 2. Advantages: a. Contextual Understanding: - This approach provides readers with a richer understanding of the cultural, historical, and social context in which the author lived and wrote. Such context can significantly influence the themes and perspectives presented in the literary work. b. Personal Connection: - Establishes a personal connection between the author and the work, enabling readers to perceive ho...