The Rime of the Ancient Mariner
by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Gustave Doré
The Rime of the Ancient Mariner by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Gustave Doré holds a well received rating of 3.93 out of 5, based on 37.3K reader ratings. First published in 1798. The book spans 77 pages.
About The Rime of the Ancient Mariner
The Rime of the Ancient Mariner (originally "The Rime of the Ancyent Marinere") is the longest major poem by the English poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge, written in 1797–98 and published in 1798 in the first edition of Lyrical Ballads. Modern editions use a later revised version printed in 1817 and featuring a gloss. Along with other poems in Lyrical Ballads, it was a signal shift to modern poetry and the beginning of British Romantic literature.It relates the events experienced by a mariner who has returned from a long sea voyage. The Mariner stops a man on his way to a wedding ceremony and begins to narrate a story. The Wedding-Guest's reaction turns from bemusement to impatience, fear, and fascination as the Mariner's story progresses, as can be seen in the language style: for example, the use of narrative techniques such as personification and repetition to create a sense of danger, or the supernatural, or serenity, depending on the mood each different part of the poem.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Gustave Doré |
| Published | 1798 |
| Pages | 77 |
| Genres | Poetry, Classics, Fiction, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 3.93 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 37,299 |
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What genre is The Rime of the Ancient Mariner?
The Rime of the Ancient Mariner is categorized as Poetry, Classics, Fiction, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Rime of the Ancient Mariner worth reading?
Based on 37.3K reader ratings, The Rime of the Ancient Mariner has an average score of 3.93 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Rime of the Ancient Mariner?
The Rime of the Ancient Mariner has 77 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Rime of the Ancient Mariner?
The Rime of the Ancient Mariner was written by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Gustave Doré. It was first published in 1798.
What is the ISBN for The Rime of the Ancient Mariner?
The ISBN-13 for The Rime of the Ancient Mariner is 9780486223060.0.
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