Wordsworth's Preface to the Lyrical Ballads is believed to be the Preamble to Romantic Criticism. In which year was it published ?
Correct answer: B. 1800
- A. 1798
- B. 1800
- C. 1801
- D. 1802
Explanation
Wordsworth's Preface first appeared with the 1800 edition of Lyrical Ballads and was expanded in 1802. Since the question asks for its initial publication, 1800 is the expected year.
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