Coleridge's Ancient Mariner and Select Poems (eBook)

In 'Coleridge's Ancient Mariner and Select Poems,' Samuel Taylor Coleridge offers readers a voyage through the depths of human experience wrapped in the supernatural and the sublime. The heart of this work, 'The Rime of the Ancient Mariner,' showcases Coleridge's skillful use of vivid imagery and meter, famously contributing to what would become known as the Romantic Movement. His poetry, dense with symbol and myth, dives into themes of nature, spirituality, and the human psyche with a linguistic complexity that has cemented its place within the literary canon. As with many reproductions from DigiCat Publishing, this edition revitalizes Coleridge's masterpieces for contemporary readership, maintaining the integrity of the original texts within a modern format.

Samuel Taylor Coleridge, a luminary of English literature, was not only a poet but also a critic and philosopher whose ideas helped shape the romantic era's contours. His poetry often reveals a preoccupation with the metaphysical, drawing heavily on his vast literary knowledge, theological interests, and personal torments, which included a lifelong struggle with opium addiction. 'Coleridge's Ancient Mariner and Select Poems' reflects a mind that sought to transcend the ordinary, blending sublime beauty with a keen awareness of human fallibility.

This edition is an indispensable addition to the library of anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the rich tradition of English poetry. The republished works within, including 'Coleridge's Ancient Mariner and Select Poems,' serve as a testament to the enduring power of Coleridge's language and vision. It appeals to scholars and enthusiasts of Romantic literature alike, offering a window into the brilliance of an epoch and one of its most enigmatic figures. Readers are invited to reencounter the spellbinding rhythms and haunting themes that continue to echo through the centuries.