Lyrical Ballads and other Poems by Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wordsworth (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Foundation of English Romanticism and Poetry Principles UnveiledBy Samuel Taylor Coleridge, William Wordsworth
Length22h 25m
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Lyrical Ballads and other Poems stands as a foundational volume of English Romanticism, transforming poetic practice through its attention to common life, inward experience, and the imaginative power of nature. Its range extends from conversational lyric and meditative blank verse to supernatural narrative and rustic drama, uniting simplicity of diction with philosophical depth. Pieces such as "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" and "Lines Composed a Few Miles above Tintern Abbey" exemplify the collection's bold redefinition of poetry's subjects and purposes. The collaboration between Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wordsworth brought together two distinct yet complementary poetic temperaments: one drawn to mystery, symbol, and psychological intensity, the other to memory, moral feeling, and the spiritual education offered by ordinary experience. Emerging amid revolutionary politics, Enlightenment debate, and changing conceptions of the self, their work helped inaugurate a movement that privileged imagination, emotion, and organic form over neoclassical convention. Readers seeking an essential encounter with Romantic literature will find this volume indispensable. It offers a rare opportunity to trace multiple modes of poetic experiment within a single collaborative project, illuminating how diverse voices can reshape literary history. The collection rewards study for its aesthetic innovation, emotional breadth, and enduring dialogue between nature, mind, and society.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
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GenrePoetry
Length22 hrs 25 mins
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Publish dateMay 2, 2015
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Lyrical Ballads and other Poems by Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wordsworth (Annotated)
2Introduction
3Historical Context
4Synopsis (Selection)
5Lyrical Ballads and other Poems by Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wordsworth (Including Their Thoughts On Poetry Principles and Secrets)
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6Introduction:
7Anima Poetae (By Samuel Taylor Coleridge)
8PREFACE
9CHAPTER I
10CHAPTER II
11CHAPTER III
12CHAPTER IV
13CHAPTER V
14CHAPTER VI
15CHAPTER VII
16CHAPTER VIII
17CHAPTER IX
18CHAPTER X
19Essays, Letters, and Notes about the Principles of Poetry (By William Wordsworth) (pt. 1)
20Essays, Letters, and Notes about the Principles of Poetry (By William Wordsworth) (pt. 2)
21Essays, Letters, and Notes about the Principles of Poetry (By William Wordsworth) (pt. 3)
22Poetry:
23LYRICAL BALLADS, WITH A FEW OTHER POEMS (1798)
24LYRICAL BALLADS, WITH OTHER POEMS (1800) (pt. 1)
25LYRICAL BALLADS, WITH OTHER POEMS (1800) (pt. 2)
26LYRICAL BALLADS, WITH OTHER POEMS (1800) (pt. 3)
27Analysis
28Reflection
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