Publisher's Synopsis
Coleridge's Principles of Criticism is a collection of chapters from his famous work, Biographia Literaria. The book includes Chapters I, III, IV, and XIV-XXII, which delve into Coleridge's thoughts on literary criticism and the principles that should guide it. Coleridge was a prominent figure in the Romantic movement and his ideas on criticism were influential in shaping the literary landscape of his time. In this book, he explores the nature of poetry, the role of the imagination in literary creation, and the importance of language in conveying meaning. He also discusses the relationship between the poet and the reader, and the ways in which literary works can inspire and move their audiences. This book is a valuable resource for students of literature and anyone interested in the history of literary criticism.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.