Biographia Literaria is a literary work by Samuel Taylor Coleridge that was first published in 1817. The book is a combination of literary criticism, autobiography, and philosophy, and is considered one of the most influential works of the Romantic movement. The book is divided into 23 chapters, with the first 14 chapters discussing Coleridge's views on literature, poetry, and criticism. In these chapters, he discusses his own writing process and the importance of imagination, as well as his theories on the nature of ...
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Biographia Literaria is a literary work by Samuel Taylor Coleridge that was first published in 1817. The book is a combination of literary criticism, autobiography, and philosophy, and is considered one of the most influential works of the Romantic movement. The book is divided into 23 chapters, with the first 14 chapters discussing Coleridge's views on literature, poetry, and criticism. In these chapters, he discusses his own writing process and the importance of imagination, as well as his theories on the nature of language and the role of the poet in society. The remaining chapters are more personal in nature, with Coleridge discussing his own life and experiences. He talks about his childhood, his education, and his struggles with addiction and mental illness. He also discusses his friendships with other writers and poets of the time, including William Wordsworth and Samuel Johnson. Throughout the book, Coleridge's writing is marked by his deep love of language and his belief in the power of the imagination. He is a masterful storyteller and his writing is both insightful and engaging. Biographia Literaria is a must-read for anyone interested in the Romantic movement, literary criticism, or the life and work of Samuel Taylor Coleridge. It is a timeless work that continues to inspire and influence readers to this day.Philosophy by Samuel Taylor Coleridge.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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