Poems of Coleridge (eBook)

Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772–1834) was an English poet, critic, and philosopher who, alongside his close friend William Wordsworth, was a foundational figure in the English Romantic Movement. His work is marked by its emotional intensity and incorporation of nature and the supernatural. Coleridge's poetic oeuvre includes some of the most enduring works of English literature. His most renowned poem, 'The Rime of the Ancient Mariner,' displays his gift for vivid, mysterious narratives, whereas 'Kubla Khan' showcases his ability to evoke dreamlike visions with lush, exotic imagery. Both of these poems are often anthologized in collections such as 'Poems of Coleridge' (Coleridge, Samuel Taylor. Poems of Coleridge. London: William Heinemann, 1923). In addition to his poetry, Coleridge's critical work, especially 'Biographia Literaria' (1817), remains influential for its insights into the creative process and the poet's role. His exploration of imaginative literature is seen as a profound and continuingly relevant contribution to literary theory and criticism. His stylistic innovations, deep engagement with philosophical concerns, and the interplay of the fantastic with probing psychological narratives mark Coleridge as a complex and significant figure in British literature, one whose multifaceted works continue to invite analysis and admiration.