The Life Of Samuel Taylor Coleridge V1

By James Gillman

Book Overview

The Life of Samuel Taylor Coleridge V1 is a biographical account of the famous English poet and philosopher, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, written by James Gillman. The book is the first volume of a two-part series that covers Coleridge's life from his birth in 1772 to the year 1804. Gillman, who was a close friend and physician to Coleridge, provides a detailed and intimate portrait of the poet, drawing on his personal knowledge and access to Coleridge's letters and other documents. The book covers Coleridge's childhood, his education at Cambridge University, his early literary career, and his struggles with addiction and mental illness.The Life of Samuel Taylor Coleridge V1 also explores Coleridge's relationships with other notable figures of his time, including William Wordsworth, Robert Southey, and Charles Lamb. The book delves into the political and social context of Coleridge's life, including his involvement with the radical movements of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.Overall, The Life of Samuel Taylor Coleridge V1 is a comprehensive and engaging biography that provides a fascinating insight into the life and work of one of England's most celebrated poets.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163109657
• ISBN13: 9781163109656
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 374 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"