Specimens of the Table Talk of Samuel Taylor Coleridge by Samuel Taylor Coleridge

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Author Coleridge, Samuel Taylor, 1772-1834
Editor Coleridge, Henry Nelson, 1798-1843
Title Specimens of the Table Talk of Samuel Taylor Coleridge
Note Reading ease score: 57.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Jerry Fairbanks, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Specimens of the Table Talk of Samuel Taylor Coleridge" by Samuel Taylor Coleridge is a collection of conversations and reflections drawn from the intellectual life of the renowned poet and philosopher, written during the early 19th century. The work compiles insights from his dialogues, showcasing his thoughts on literature, philosophy, politics, and religion, emphasizing the depth and richness of Coleridge's intellect as he interacted with various subjects and individuals. At the start of this collection, we find an engaging preface that outlines the origins of the notes and reflections included. The compiler expresses gratitude to Coleridge and offers reflections on his unique conversational style, which combined profound insights and intricate reasoning often delivered in a meandering manner. The preface also sets the tone by discussing the potential limitations of capturing Coleridge’s expansive thought processes on paper. Additionally, the initial excerpts present Coleridge's views on literary figures and themes, including his analysis of Shakespeare, while hinting at his broader philosophical considerations spanning morality and human understanding. This opening showcases not only Coleridge’s intellectual prowess but also a glimpse into the stimulating environment he created through his discourse. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject England -- Intellectual life -- 19th century
Subject Quotations, English
Subject Coleridge, Samuel Taylor, 1772-1834 -- Interviews
Subject Coleridge, Samuel Taylor, 1772-1834 -- Quotations
Subject Poets, English -- 19th century -- Interviews
Subject Critics -- Great Britain -- Interviews
Subject Poetry -- Authorship
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EBook-No. 8489
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 28, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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