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The life of the famous English Romantic poet and author Samuel Taylor Coleridge was
full of intriguing facts. The fifteen interesting facts about his life and career are outlined below:
Early Imagination: Coleridge's early propensity for daydreaming and vibrant imagination
significantly impacted the evolution of his poetic style. His originality would ultimately define
his output.
Pseudonyms: Throughout his career, Coleridge used several pseudonyms for various
purposes, such as publishing anonymously or adopting numerous literary personas to
investigate a wide range of subjects and genres (Interesting Literature).
Love of Nature: Coleridge had a profound affinity for the natural world and frequently
drew solace and inspiration from it. His poetry, which typically includes natural imagery
and themes, is influenced by the natural world (Interesting Literature).
The intimate friendship between Coleridge and William Wordsworth significantly
impacted his writing and life. Together, they created "Lyrical Ballads," a volume that
revolutionized English poetry (Interesting Literature).
Coleridge's opiate dependency stemmed from what was meant to be a temporary solution
to his ongoing health problems. The ramifications of his addiction on his life, health, and
creativity were devastating (
Coleridge 9
).
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Coleridge's opiate dependency stemmed from what was meant to be a temporary solution
to his ongoing health problems. The ramifications of his addiction on his life, health, and
creativity were devastating (Interesting Literature).
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The works of German philosophers, especially Immanuel Kant and Friedrich Schelling,
significantly impacted Coleridge. Their perspectives influenced his views on beauty,
awareness, and the creative process (
Heraud 73
).
In the Xanadu excerpt, Coleridge states that the entire poem "Kubla Khan" was inspired
by a dream. Unfortunately, he often stopped and never finished the poem as planned.
Coleridge's lectures on Shakespeare and other literary criticism demonstrate his profound
comprehension of Bard's plays and make important contributions to our knowledge and
admiration for his work (Interesting Literature).
Coleridge wed Sarah Fricker, and the couple eventually produced four children together.
But Coleridge's problems, such as his addiction and financial challenges, strained their
relationship and caused them to be apart for a while (Interesting Literature).
Coleridge was both a philosopher and theologian, delving into questions about the nature
of God, ethics, and the connection between reason and faith (
Hargrave and Hargrave 12
).
The Ancient Mariner's Reception: "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" received positive
and negative reviews upon its initial publication. Due to readers' and critics' fascination
with the novel's examination of remorse, atonement, and supernatural elements, it did not
gain widespread popularity until the 19th century (Interesting Literature).
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Samuel Taylor Coleridge greatly influenced Edgar Allan Poe's use of eerie themes and
lyrical style. Coleridge was Poe's literary mentor, and his influence can be observed in
some of Poe's works (Interesting Literature).
In 1796, Coleridge founded and supervised the publication of a brief political and literary
journal titled "The Watchman." It aimed to debate social issues, provide literary analysis,
and advocate for political reform (Interesting Literature).
Among the many unresolved works by Coleridge was the epic poem "Christabel."
Despite being unresolved, "Christabel" is lauded for its atmospheric and Gothic elements,
encouraging readers to ponder what might have been (Interesting Literature).
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Hargrave, Jocelyn, and Jocelyn Hargrave. "Authorial Editorial Practice at Work: Samuel Taylor
Coleridge's Poems (Ashley MS 408)."
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England
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Heraud, John A. "An Oration on the Death of Samuel Taylor Coleridge."
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2020, pp. 70-81.
Interesting Literature.
Surprising Facts About Samuel Taylor Coleridge
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