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Solitary farmhouse, Langdale, Cumbria, Lake District
Solitary farmhouse, Langdale, Cumbria, Lake District, referred to in one of Wordsworths poems. Date: 1843
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Nestled in the heart of the Lake District in the English countryside, this solitary farmhouse in Langdale, Cumbria, stands as a testament to the enduring beauty and tranquility of rural life. Captured in a photograph taken in 1843, the image transports us back in time to the 1840s, offering a glimpse into a bygone era. Located in the historic county of Westmorland, now known as Cumbria, this picturesque building has been immortalized in the poetry of William Wordsworth. In his poem "Excursion," the renowned Romantic poet describes the scene as "a lonely house, / Half hid in wood, and half in cloud, / And 'mid the wood, a solitary tree." The farmhouse, with its ivy-covered walls and thatched roof, exudes a sense of isolation and serenity, surrounded by the rolling hills and verdant landscapes of the Lake District. The image invites us to imagine the daily routines of the farmers and their families who once lived and worked there, tending to their livestock and crops in the peaceful seclusion of the countryside. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the simple pleasures and natural beauty that can be found in the rural landscapes of the UK, and the enduring allure of the Lake District as a source of inspiration for artists, writers, and visitors alike.
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