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Dorothy Wordsworth

Dorothy Wordsworth (1771-1855) was an English writer and the sister of the famous poet William Wordsworth. She is best known for her journals and letters that provide insight into her life, her brother’s work, and the Romantic movement in literature. Dorothy's writings often reflect her love of nature and her keen observations of the world around her, making her an important figure in her own right within the literary landscape of the time. Her close relationship with William significantly influenced his poetry, and her contributions have garnered recognition in literary studies.