The Life of Samuel Taylor Coleridge: 1838

The Life of Samuel Taylor Coleridge, written by James Gillman in 1838, is a detailed biography of the influential English poet and philosopher. It chronicles Coleridge's early life, including his upbringing in Ottery St. Mary, Devonshire, and the profound impact of his father's death on his development. The memoir explores Coleridge's educational journey, his struggles at Christ's Hospital, and his burgeoning passion for literature, providing insights into the complexities of his character and the challenges he faced throughout his life and career.