This is Volume 3 of the collected prose works of William Wordsworth, meticulously edited with a preface, notes, and illustrations by Alexander Balloch Grosart. For the first time, this edition gathers Wordsworth's essays and critical writings, augmented by additions from previously unpublished manuscripts. Exploring themes central to Wordsworth's poetic vision, the essays provide insights into his views on poetry, nature, society, and the human condition. Grosart's editorial work offers valuable context, illuminating the historical and biographical background of Wordsworth's writings. Scholars and enthusiasts of Romantic literature will appreciate the comprehensive nature of this collection, providing a deeper understanding of Wordsworth's intellectual development and his lasting impact on English literary tradition. This volume stands as an essential resource for those seeking to engage with the mind of one of England's most celebrated poets.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.