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Coleridge (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Morel, E. D.

 
9781440044908: Coleridge (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Coleridge: A Life offers a thorough, chronological portrait of Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s poetry, friendships, and struggles.

This edition gathers a wide view of his life, from early promise to late years, through the lens of biographies and contemporary accounts. The book traces how Coleridge’s work and ideas grew with his friendships and travels, and it presents the pressures and choices that shaped his path as a writer and public figure. It balances detail with accessible narrative, helping readers understand the context of his most famous poems and the energy of his times.

  • Chronicles key relationships that influenced his poetry and thought.
  • Relates major life events, travels, and creative projects in a clear sequence.
  • Explains how personal challenges intersect with literary output and influence.
  • Offers insights into the public and private sides of a major English poet.
Ideal for readers of literary biography who want a grounded, readable account of Coleridge’s life and work.

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Book Description

First published in 1884, this was the first formal biography of Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772–1834), the literary polymath. Discussing Coleridge's childhood and the troubles that plagued his life, it reveals his pivotal role in the Romantic movement, and his contribution to the history of literature and philosophy.

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