The poem "To a Butterfly" by William Wordsworth is a vivid portrayal of the poet's observation of a butterfly perched on a yellow flower. Wordsworth marvels at the stillness and beauty of the butterfly, uncertain if it is sleeping or feeding. He compares its motionlessness to that of frozen seas, highlighting its captivating tranquillity. The poet imagines the joy the butterfly will experience when a breeze nudges it from its spot, releasing it to explore the world amongst the trees.
Wordsworth then sets the scene in an orchard that ....