The Life of Samuel Taylor Coleridge 1838 By: James Gillman
In "The Life of Samuel Taylor Coleridge 1838," author James Gillman delves into the fascinating and complex life of one of the greatest English poets and philosophers of the Romantic era. With meticulous research and an evident passion for his subject, Gillman paints a vivid portrait of Samuel Taylor Coleridge, capturing not only the brilliance of his literary genius but also the tumultuous personal and professional struggles he faced throughout his life. Gillman's writing style is straightforward and engaging, making the biography accessible to both scholars and general readers. He seamlessly weaves together Coleridge's letters, journals, and other primary sources, revealing the poet's thoughts, aspirations, and inner turmoil. From his early years at Cambridge University to his collaboration with William Wordsworth on the famous "Lyrical Ballads" collection, the author provides a comprehensive account of Coleridge's literary achievements and his influence on the Romantic movement. What truly sets this biography apart is Gillman's in-depth exploration of Coleridge's battles with addiction and mental illness. The author handles these sensitive topics with great empathy, shedding light on their impact on the poet's personal relationships, including his strained friendship with Wordsworth. Gillman's portrayal is both sympathetic and honest, allowing readers to glimpse the depths of Coleridge's struggles while maintaining the utmost respect for his immense contributions to literature. Moreover, Gillman vividly describes the intellectual and philosophical debates that shaped Coleridge's thinking. From his exploration of German Idealism to his pioneering work on literary criticism, the biography illuminates Coleridge's wide-ranging intellectual pursuits. The author also delves into the poet's religious beliefs, highlighting his spiritual journey and the profound influence it had on his poetry and moral philosophy. While Gillman's admiration for Coleridge is apparent, he also presents the poet's flaws and contradictions unflinchingly. He addresses Coleridge's tendency for procrastination and his penchant for self-doubt, acknowledging the impact they had on his literary output. By offering a balanced portrayal of Coleridge's character, the biography provides a nuanced understanding of the man behind the poems. "The Life of Samuel Taylor Coleridge 1838" is a thoroughly researched and engaging biography that captures the essence of this complex literary figure. James Gillman's expertise and passion for his subject shine through in this meticulously crafted work. With its keen insights into Coleridge's life, Gillman's biography offers readers a deeper appreciation of the inner struggles, intellectual brilliance, and enduring legacy of one of English literature's most enigmatic poets. First Page: THE LIFE OF SAMUEL TAYLOR COLERIDGE BY JAMES GILLMAN 1838 '... But some to higher hopes Were destined; some within a finer mould Were wrought, and temper'd with a purer flame: To these the Sire Omnipotent unfolds The world's harmonious volume, there to read The transcript of himself ....' TO JOSEPH HENRY GREEN, F.R.S. PROFESSOR OF ANATOMY OF THE ROYAL ACADEMY, ETC. ETC. THE HONOURED FAITHFUL AND BELOVED FRIEND OF SAMUEL TAYLOR COLERIDGE, THESE VOLUMES ARE MOST RESPECTFULLY AND AFFECTIONATELY INSCRIBED. PREFACE. The more frequently we read and contemplate the lives of those eminent men so beautifully traced by the amiable Izaak Walton, the more we are impressed with the sweetness and simplicity of the work. Walton was a man of genius of simple calling and more simple habits, though best known perhaps by his book on Angling; yet in the scarcely less attractive pages of his biographies, like the flowing of the gentle stream on which he sometimes cast his line, to practise "the all of treachery he ever learnt," he leads the delighted reader imperceptibly on, charmed with the natural beauty of his sentiments, and the unaffected ease and simplicity of his style. In his preface to the Sermons of (that pious poet and divine,) Dr... Continue reading book >>

The Life of Samuel Taylor Coleridge 1838 By: James Gillman

In "The Life of Samuel Taylor Coleridge 1838," author James Gillman delves into the fascinating and complex life of one of the greatest English poets and philosophers of the Romantic era. With meticulous research and an evident passion for his subject, Gillman paints a vivid portrait of Samuel Taylor Coleridge, capturing not only the brilliance of his literary genius but also the tumultuous personal and professional struggles he faced throughout his life.

Gillman's writing style is straightforward and engaging, making the biography accessible to both scholars and general readers. He seamlessly weaves together Coleridge's letters, journals, and other primary sources, revealing the poet's thoughts, aspirations, and inner turmoil. From his early years at Cambridge University to his collaboration with William Wordsworth on the famous "Lyrical Ballads" collection, the author provides a comprehensive account of Coleridge's literary achievements and his influence on the Romantic movement.

What truly sets this biography apart is Gillman's in-depth exploration of Coleridge's battles with addiction and mental illness. The author handles these sensitive topics with great empathy, shedding light on their impact on the poet's personal relationships, including his strained friendship with Wordsworth. Gillman's portrayal is both sympathetic and honest, allowing readers to glimpse the depths of Coleridge's struggles while maintaining the utmost respect for his immense contributions to literature.

Moreover, Gillman vividly describes the intellectual and philosophical debates that shaped Coleridge's thinking. From his exploration of German Idealism to his pioneering work on literary criticism, the biography illuminates Coleridge's wide-ranging intellectual pursuits. The author also delves into the poet's religious beliefs, highlighting his spiritual journey and the profound influence it had on his poetry and moral philosophy.

While Gillman's admiration for Coleridge is apparent, he also presents the poet's flaws and contradictions unflinchingly. He addresses Coleridge's tendency for procrastination and his penchant for self-doubt, acknowledging the impact they had on his literary output. By offering a balanced portrayal of Coleridge's character, the biography provides a nuanced understanding of the man behind the poems.

"The Life of Samuel Taylor Coleridge 1838" is a thoroughly researched and engaging biography that captures the essence of this complex literary figure. James Gillman's expertise and passion for his subject shine through in this meticulously crafted work. With its keen insights into Coleridge's life, Gillman's biography offers readers a deeper appreciation of the inner struggles, intellectual brilliance, and enduring legacy of one of English literature's most enigmatic poets.

First Page:

THE LIFE

SAMUEL TAYLOR COLERIDGE

BY JAMES GILLMAN

1838

'... But some to higher hopes Were destined; some within a finer mould Were wrought, and temper'd with a purer flame: To these the Sire Omnipotent unfolds The world's harmonious volume, there to read The transcript of himself ....'

TO JOSEPH HENRY GREEN, F.R.S.

PROFESSOR OF ANATOMY OF THE ROYAL ACADEMY, ETC. ETC.

THE HONOURED FAITHFUL AND BELOVED FRIEND OF

SAMUEL TAYLOR COLERIDGE,

THESE VOLUMES

ARE MOST RESPECTFULLY AND AFFECTIONATELY INSCRIBED.

PREFACE.

The more frequently we read and contemplate the lives of those eminent men so beautifully traced by the amiable Izaak Walton, the more we are impressed with the sweetness and simplicity of the work. Walton was a man of genius of simple calling and more simple habits, though best known perhaps by his book on Angling; yet in the scarcely less attractive pages of his biographies, like the flowing of the gentle stream on which he sometimes cast his line, to practise "the all of treachery he ever learnt," he leads the delighted reader imperceptibly on, charmed with the natural beauty of his sentiments, and the unaffected ease and simplicity of his style.

In his preface to the Sermons of (that pious poet and divine,) Dr... Continue reading book >>

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