Christabel. Kubla Khan, a Vision. The Pains of Sleep represents some of Samuel Taylor Coleridge's most celebrated and mysterious poetry. These three works, composed during Coleridge's most creative period between 1797 and 1800, showcase the poet's extraordinary imagination and his ability to weave supernatural elements with profound psychological insight.
"Christabel," though left unfinished, remains one of the most haunting narrative poems in English literature. Its Gothic atmosphere and innovative meter influenced countless writers, including Lord Byron and Sir Walter Scott. "Kubla Khan," famously interrupted by the "person from Porlock," captures a vision of exotic beauty and creative power in just 54 lines that have mesmerized readers for over two centuries.
"The Pains of Sleep" offers a more personal glimpse into Coleridge's struggles with opium addiction and the nightmares that plagued his rest. Together, these three poems demonstrate the full range of Coleridge's genius—from the supernatural and sublime to the deeply personal and confessional.
This collection is essential reading for students of Romantic poetry, admirers of Coleridge's work, and anyone interested in the intersection of dreams, imagination, and literary creation. The poems showcase Coleridge's mastery of rhythm, his innovative use of meter, and his ability to create unforgettable imagery that continues to inspire writers and readers today.
Perfect for collectors of fine literature, students of English Romanticism, and those who appreciate the mysterious and the sublime in poetry. These works stand as testament to Coleridge's position as one of the greatest visionary poets in the English language.
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Set in Monotype Bulmer on cotton Century Laid paper in an edition of 25 copies. Bound by hand in leather with marbled boards, titles and decoration to spine gilt, marbled edges. Single volume in 8vo format (16x25 cm) of 156 pages, housed in a hand-made slipcase.
Add this essential collection of Coleridge's most famous poems to your library and experience the visionary power that established him as one of the founding fathers of English Romantic poetry.
