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Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Hardcover

Literary FiguresLiterary CriticismPoetry Criticism

ISBN10: 1025966139
ISBN13: 9781025966137
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 368
Weight: 1.52
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Samuel Taylor Coleridge is an insightful biographical and critical study of one of the most influential figures in English Romanticism. Hugh I'Anson Fausset examines the complex interplay between the poet's creative genius and his personal tribulations, offering a nuanced portrait of the man behind masterpieces like The Rime of the Ancient Mariner and Kubla Khan. The work delves into Coleridge's intellectual evolution, tracing his philosophical shifts and his pivotal role in the development of Romantic thought.

Fausset provides a deep analysis of Coleridge's literary contributions while also exploring his significant relationships with contemporaries such as William Wordsworth. By examining the poet's psychological landscape and the cultural environment of the early 19th century, this study illuminates the sources of his inspiration and the challenges that hindered his productivity. This work is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of English literature, providing a comprehensive understanding of Coleridge's enduring legacy and his profound impact on the poetic imagination. Through Fausset's detailed narrative, readers gain a deeper appreciation for the multifaceted nature of a writer who remained a giant of his age despite a life marked by internal conflict.

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