Kubla Khan: A Vision in a Dream & Christabel

Kubla Khan: A Vision in a Dream & Christabel

by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
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Publication Date: 27/11/2023

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Samuel Taylor Coleridge's 'Kubla Khan: A Vision in a Dream & Christabel' is a groundbreaking work of poetry that showcases the Romantic literary style of the early 19th century. The book explores themes of imagination, nature, and the supernatural, presented in a dreamlike and lyrical manner. 'Kubla Khan' is famously known for its unfinished structure, said to have been inspired by a opium-induced dream, while 'Christabel' is a gothic tale of mystery and suspense. Coleridge's use of vivid imagery and symbolism adds to the richness of these poems, making them a captivating read for those interested in Romantic literature. The language used is both lush and evocative, drawing readers into a world of wonder and enchantment. Samuel Taylor Coleridge, a key figure in the Romantic movement, wrote 'Kubla Khan' and 'Christabel' at a time when political and social upheaval influenced the creative output of many writers. His own struggles with addiction and personal turmoil likely contributed to the introspective and imaginative nature of these poems. I highly recommend 'Kubla Khan: A Vision in a Dream & Christabel' to anyone seeking to delve into the depths of Romantic poetry and explore the mind of a brilliant literary visionary.

ISBN:
8596547679639
8596547679639
Category:
Poetry
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
27-11-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
GoodPress
Samuel Taylor Coleridge

One of the great figures of the Romantic age, Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772 1834) is known both for his poetry and prose, and for producing Lyrical Ballads with William Wordsworth, a work which revolutionized English poetry.

Plagued by debts and laudanum addiction, he left many pieces unfinished, yet his extraordinary influence was felt in literary figures as diverse as Wordsworth, Mary Shelley and Ralph Waldo Emerson.

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