Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772-1834) was an English poet, literary critic, philosopher, and theologian who was a key figure in the Romantic movement in England. He is best known for his poems “The Rime of the Ancient Mariner” and “Kubla Khan.” Coleridge was a close friend of fellow poet William Wordsworth. Together, they published a collection of poems called “Lyrical Ballads” in 1798, which is considered a seminal work in the Romantic movement. Coleridge’s poetry often explores themes of nature, imagination, and the supernatural.
In addition to his poetry, Coleridge was a prolific prose writer, including literary criticism and philosophical works. He is known for his literary theory, especially his concept of the “willing suspension of disbelief,” which suggests that readers should temporarily suspend their critical faculties to fully engage with fiction. Coleridge’s influence on English literature and poetry has been profound, and his works continue to be studied and celebrated for their beauty, depth, and complexity.
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