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Poems of Coleridge

by Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772–1834)

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  • 43 chapters
  • Reading level: 7th grade

"Poems of Coleridge" by Samuel Taylor Coleridge is a collection of poetry that showcases the lyrical prowess of one of the key figures of the early 19th century Romantic movement. The book features both famous poems like "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" and "Christabel," as well as a selection of others that explore themes of love, nature, and the human condition. Coleridge’s works reflect his deep emotional sensitivity and philosophical musings, establishing him as a pivotal voice in English literature. The opening of "Poems of Coleridge" presents an introduction by Arthur Symons, who provides insight into Coleridge's unique approach to love and friendship, illustrating the internal struggles that influenced his writing. He elaborates on Coleridge's relationships, particularly with fellow poet William Wordsworth, highlighting how these connections shaped his creative output. The reader is introduced to the profound complexity of Coleridge's emotions and thoughts, leading into the monumental poem "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner," which tells the haunting tale of a mariner’s supernatural journey and penance after he recklessly kills an albatross. The opening sets the stage for an exploration of the intricate interplay between emotion, imagination, and reality within Coleridge's poetry.

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  • English poetry

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Part I

It is an ancient Mariner,
And he stoppeth one of three.
"By thy long grey beard and glittering eye,
Now wherefore stopp'st thou me?

"The Bridegroom's doors are opened wide,
And I am next of kin;
The guests are met, the feast is set:
May'st hear the merry din."

He holds him with his skinny hand,
"There was a ship," quoth he.
"Hold off! unhand me, grey-beard loon!"
Eftsoons his hand dropt he.

He holds him with his glittering eye
The Wedding-Guest stood still,
And listens like a three years' child:
The Mariner hath his will.

The Wedding-Guest sat on a stone:
He cannot choose but hear;
And thus spake on that ancient man,
The bright-eyed Mariner.

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Contents

Show all 43 chapters
  1. Front Matter
  2. Introduction
  3. Part I
  4. Part II
  5. Part III
  6. Part IV
  7. Part V
  8. Part VI
  9. Part VII
  10. Part II
  11. Part II
  12. Chapter I
  13. Chapter II
  14. Chapter III
  15. Chapter IV
  16. Chapter V
  17. Chapter VI
  18. Chapter VII
  19. Chapter VIII
  20. Chapter I
  21. Chapter II
  22. Chapter III
  23. Chapter IV
  24. Chapter V
  25. Chapter I
  26. Chapter II
  27. Chapter III
  28. Chapter IV
  29. Chapter V
  30. Chapter I
  31. Chapter II
  32. Chapter III
  33. Chapter IV
  34. Chapter V
  35. Chapter I
  36. Chapter II
  37. Chapter III
  38. Part I
  39. Part II
  40. Part III
  41. Part IV
  42. Part V
  43. Part VI
  44. Part VII

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This free edition of Poems of Coleridge by Samuel Taylor Coleridge comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #8208, released 2005-06-01. It is in the public domain in the United States, so you can read it here in full at no cost, on any phone, tablet or computer. Genre: Poetry, British Literature.

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