The Rime of the Ancient Mariner by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
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Author | Coleridge, Samuel Taylor, 1772-1834 |
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Title | The Rime of the Ancient Mariner |
Note | Reading ease score: 96.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
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Credits | Produced by Judy Boss and David Widger |
Summary | "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" by Samuel Taylor Coleridge is a narrative poem written in the late 18th century, during the Romantic era. This poem combines elements of both adventure and moral allegory, exploring themes of nature, spirituality, and the consequences of one's actions. It tells the tale of an ancient mariner who recounts a harrowing sea voyage marked by supernatural occurrences and profound moral lessons. The story unfolds as a wedding guest is stopped by the mariner, who begins to share his tale. The mariner, part of a ship's crew, initially embarks on a joyous journey that transforms into a nightmare when he shoots an albatross, a bird considered a good omen. This act brings misfortune; the ship is plagued by drought and supernatural forces, leading to the death of the crew members. As the mariner faces isolation and despair, he ultimately finds redemption through a new appreciation for all living things, symbolized by the falling of the albatross from his neck. By the end of the poem, the mariner's tale has a lasting impact on the wedding guest, leaving him wiser and more reflective about the interconnectedness of life and the importance of respecting nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
Subject | Poetry |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 151 |
Release Date | Mar 11, 2006 |
Most Recently Updated | Jan 31, 2013 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 1039 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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