Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Fruto de la amistad y de un afán poético innovador son las "Baladas líricas" de William Wordsworth y Samuel Taylor Coleridge, consideradas además como el "manifiesto del romanticismo inglés". De este modo, "Baladas liricas" resulto ser uno de los libros mas trascendentales y revolucionarios de la poesia inglesa. Wordsworth y Coleridge, defensores de lo individual y lo concreto, proponen en sus "Baladas liricas" una innovacion radical con respecto a la poesia que se habia hecho hasta entonces.

Un viejo y curtido Marinero es el que detiene a uno de los tres. ''Por el largo brillo de tu barba gris y el de tus ojos, di por qué de los tres me detienes a mí. De par en par las puertas del novio estan abiertas y yo soy un pariente cercano; los invitados ya llegaron y el banquete comienza, ¿no oyes el alegre alboroto de la fiesta?'' [] Mas con el brillo de sus ojos lo retiene y el Invitado permanece inmovil: escucha como un niño al Marinero que, a su merced y voluntad, lo tiene. Sobre una piedra se sento el Invitado, pues nada hacer podia sino oir al anciano. Y asi hablo el viejo Marinero cuya mirada brilla tanto como el acero []Un viejo y curtido Marinero es el que detiene a uno de los tres. ''Por el largo brillo de tu barba gris y el de tus ojos, di por qué de los tres me detienes a mí. De par en par las puertas del novio estan abiertas y yo soy un pariente cercano; los invitados ya llegaron y el banquete comienza, ¿no oyes el alegre alboroto de la fiesta?'' [] Mas con el brillo de sus ojos lo retiene y el Invitado permanece inmovil: escucha como un niño al Marinero que, a su merced y voluntad, lo tiene. Sobre una piedra se sento el Invitado, pues nada hacer podia sino oir al anciano. Y asi hablo el viejo Marinero cuya mirada brilla tanto como el acero []

La porteridad de Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772-1834) ha sido tan diversa, azarosa y mudable como su propia vida. A su muerte, Coleridge es recordado ante todo como el brillante contertulio de Highgate donde recibia numerosas visitas, en una version modesta pero prometedora de la celebridad literaria. El Coleridge que merecia pasar a la historia era el prosista; el erudito, el espiritu de inquieta religiosidad, el filosofo de abstrusas digresiones, el perspicaz esteta e, incluso, el pensador politico. ¿Que hay, entonces, del poeta?. Su posteridad se ha visto lastrada por la leyenda que tiende a reducir su figura a la del poeta narrativo -autor de titulos como La balada del viejo marinero, Christabel y Kubla Khan- de espiritu indolente y mortificado por sus adicciones. La presente edicion pretende matizar estas tres leyendas hasta donde es posible: los poemas seleccionados muestran que las incursiones de Coleridge en el terreno de la balada suponen, si, momentos memorables en su poesia, pero poco menos que excepcionales; lo que constituye una preocupacion constante en su produccion poetica es mas bien la gestacion de otro tipo de poema, por lo que es preciso concederle el debido reconocimiento.

In this series, a contemporary poet selects and introduces a poet of the past. By their choice of poems and by the personal and critical reactions they express in their prefaces, the editors offer insights into their own work as well as providing an accessible and passionate introduction to the most important poets in our literature.In Xanadu did Kubla Khan A stately pleasure-dome decree: Where Alph, the sacred river, ran Through caverns measureless to man Down to a sunless sea.-- Kubla Khan

In this series, a contemporary poet selects and introduces a poet of the past. By their choice of poems and by the personal and critical reactions they express in their prefaces, the editors offer insights into their own work as well as providing an accessible and passionate introduction to the most important poets in our literature.

La Ballata nacque nell'anno della straordinaria simbiosi poetica di Coleridge con Wordsworth. Con questo capolavoro del Romanticismo il viaggio per mare diviene la ricerca estrema del Senso, l'avventura capace di restituire pienezza alla vita dell'uomo. Nei due anni successivi Coleridge scrisse le sue migliori poesie: la Ballata, Kubla Khan, Christabel. Kubla Khan in particolare palesa le immense potenzialita dell'immaginazione, suprema facolta intellettiva e visionaria e il grande esito artistico che ne fece Coleridge. La traduzione con testo a fronte, e del poeta e pittore Alessandro Ceni; l'introduzione e di Ettore Canepa.

Great title poem plus "Kubla Khan," "Christabel," 20 other sonnets, lyrics, odes: "Sonnet: To a Friend who asked how I felt when the Nurse first presented my Infant to me," "Frost at Midnight," "The Nightingale," "The Pains of Sleep," "To William Wordsworth," "Youth and Age," many more. Alphabetical lists of titles and first lines.

Collected and Edited by Henry Nelson Coleridge

The Rime of the Ancient Mariner ilustrada por Gustave Doré se publicó por primera vez en Londres en diciembre de 1875 con un éxito que se revelaría inmediato e imparable, extendido pronto a los Estados Unidos y paises de lengua no inglesa. Mas de un siglo y pico despues aun se publica, como demuestra esta nueva edicion, con los grabados reproducidos cuidadosamente de la primera americana y en su integridad, es decir: sin estar, como sucede en la mayoria de las ediciones que se vienen publicando desde hace varias decadas, barbaramente cortadas por los lados.

The aim and purport of this edition of the Poetical Works of Samuel Taylor Coleridge is to provide the general reader with an authoritative list of the poems and dramas hitherto published, and at the same time to furnish the student with an exhaustive summary of various readings derived from published and unpublished sources, viz. (1) the successive editions issued by the author, (2) holograph MSS., or (3) contemporary transcriptions. Occasion has been taken to include in the Text and Appendices a considerable number of poems, fragments, metrical experiments and first drafts of poems now published for the first time from MSS. in the British Museum, from Coleridges Notebooks, and from MSS. in the possession of private collectors.The text of the poems and dramas follows that of the last edition of the Poetical Works published in the authors lifetimethe three-volume edition issued by Pickering in the spring and summer of 1834.I have adopted the text of 1834 in preference to that of 1829, which was selected by James Dykes Campbell for his monumental edition of 1893. I should have deferred to his authority but for the existence of conclusive proof that, here and there, Coleridge altered and emended the text of 1829, with a view to the forthcoming edition of 1834. In the Preface to the new edition of 1852, the editors maintain that the three-volume edition of 1828 (a mistake for 1829) was the last upon which Coleridge was able to bestow personal care and attention, while that of 1834 was arranged mainly if not entirely at the discretion of his latest editor, H. N. Coleridge. This, no doubt, was perfectly true with regard to the choice and arrangement of the poems, and the labour of seeing the three volumes through the press; but the fact remains that the text of 1829 differs from that of 1834, and that Coleridge himself, and not his latest editor, was responsible for that difference.

In The Complete Prose Works: Literary Essays, Lectures and Letters, Samuel Taylor Coleridge offers a profound exploration of literary thought and criticism, spanning a richly diverse range of topics including philosophy, poetry, and aesthetics. Characteristic of the Romantic era, ColeridgeAos prose is both lyrical and analytical, blending personal reflection with broader cultural critiques. The work is essential reading for understanding the evolution of English literature, as it encompasses his insights into the creative process, the nature of imagination, and the interplay between art and ethics, encapsulating the dynamic intellectual landscape of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Coleridge, a seminal figure in the Romantic Movement, was shaped by his varied experiences as a poet, critic, and philosopher. His collaborations with contemporaries such as Wordsworth and his personal struggles with addiction and belief inform much of the introspective depth found within these essays. As a thinker, Coleridge was deeply engaged with the philosophical currents of his time, notably German Idealism, which enriched his discourse on the role of the poet and the essence of creativity. This collection is indispensable for scholars, students, and general readers interested in Romantic literature and the development of critical thought. ColeridgeAos writing not only illuminates the historical context of his time but also prompts contemporary reflections on the responsibilities of the artist and the transformative power of literature.

Samuel Taylor Coleridges "The Complete Prose Works: Literary Essays, Lectures and Letters (Unabridged Illustrated Edition)" is a profound collection that delves into Coleridges multifaceted engagements with literature, philosophy, and criticism. This edition presents a meticulously curated selection of his essays, lectures, and letters, revealing his deep explorations of poetrys power and its philosophical underpinnings. Coleridges prose is characterized by an eloquent and contemplative style, often weaving personal reflections with critical insights, making this anthology a vital resource for understanding the Romantic literary landscape and Coleridges role within it. Coleridge, a seminal figure in the Romantic movement, was not only a poet but a thinker whose ideas challenged the conventions of his time. His collaborations with other literary giants, such as William Wordsworth, and his profound interest in German philosophy and aesthetics, profoundly shaped his prose. His intellectual journey, marked by moments of great inspiration and personal struggle, elucidates the depth of his understanding of art and its significance in society. This unabridged edition is highly recommended for scholars and enthusiasts alike, as it offers unprecedented insight into Coleridges mind and the socio-cultural milieu of his time. Whether you seek to deepen your comprehension of Romantic theories or appreciate Coleridges artistic vision, this rich collection is essential for any literary library.

Lyrical Ballads and other Poems by Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wordsworth represents a cornerstone in the Romantic literary movement, encapsulating the introspective and emotive spirit of the era. The anthology challenges conventional poetry by focusing on everyday language and subject matter, crafted through a lens of emotional depth and philosophical inquiry. As readers delve into this collection, they are presented with a compelling fusion of narrative poetry and meditative reflections, epitomized in works that traverse the rustic landscapes and emotional subtleties of human experience. The collaborative genius of Wordsworth and Coleridge manifests in their seamless ability to transcend the immediate sensory experience and explore the profound, often mystical, interconnections between humanity and nature. Their backgroundsWordsworths profound connection to the natural world and Coleridges fascination with the supernatural and philosophyenrich this collection beyond mere poetic expression. Aligned with the Romantic movements emphasis on individualism and emotional authenticity, these voices collectively invite readers into a world where inner and outer realities coexist in harmony and tension. Lyrical Ballads and other Poems beckons scholars and poetry enthusiasts alike to explore the revolutionary perspectives that redefined literary ideals. This anthology is not merely a collection but an invitation to engage with the transformative power of poetry, offering both introspective pleasure and a nuanced understanding of Romanticisms profound influence on literature and culture. Capturing the spirit of innovation, this volume promises to stimulate mind and soul with its timeless narratives and insights, bridging the 18th century to modern readers with unmatched relevance and resonance.

Editor: Ernest Hartley Coleridge