Biographia Epistolaris, Volume 2 / being The Biographical Supplement of Coleridge's Biographia Literaria

Name: Biographia Epistolaris, Volume 2 / being The Biographical Supplement of Coleridge's Biographia Literaria
Author: Samuel Taylor Coleridge

By Samuel Taylor Coleridge

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A volume of correspondence and biographical commentary collects letters and editorial chapters that record the author’s travels, interim public appointments, and impressions from journeys abroad. The correspondence details friendships, literary disagreements, lecture plans, editorial efforts, and personal anxieties, revealing changing alliances and intellectual preoccupations. Editorial material links the letters with narrative chapters, offers contextual notes and corrections, and assembles an appendix and index to guide the reader through the assembled documents.

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Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772-1834) was an English poet, literary critic, and philosopher, best known for his contributions to the Romantic movement. His most famous work, "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner," showcases his innovative use of language and exploration of complex themes such as nature and the human condition. Coleridge's writings often reflect his deep interest in the interplay between imagination and reality, as seen in his critical works like "Biographia Literaria," where he discusses the nature of poetry and the creative process. His influence extends beyond poetry into philosophy and theology, making him a pivotal figure in English literature.