Coleridge's Principles Of Criticism (1895)

By Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Book Overview

Coleridge's Principles of Criticism is a book written by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, a renowned English poet, literary critic, and philosopher. Originally published in 1895, this book is a collection of Coleridge's lectures on literary criticism that he delivered in the early 19th century. In this book, Coleridge outlines his principles of literary criticism and provides insights into his views on poetry, drama, and other forms of literature. He discusses the importance of imagination and creativity in literature, and how they can be used to create powerful and meaningful works of art. Coleridge also delves into the concept of the ""organic form"" in literature, which he believed was essential for a work to be considered great. He argues that a work of literature should be viewed as a living organism, with each part contributing to the whole in a harmonious way. Throughout the book, Coleridge uses examples from classic works of literature, such as Shakespeare's plays and Milton's poetry, to illustrate his points. He also explores the role of the critic in analyzing and interpreting literature, and provides guidance on how to approach and evaluate a work of art. Overall, Coleridge's Principles of Criticism is a valuable resource for anyone interested in literary criticism and the art of writing. It offers a unique perspective on the creative process and provides readers with a deeper understanding of the principles that underlie great works of literature.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: 1120682444
• ISBN13: 9781120682444
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 258 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"