Coleridge Stowey Cottage

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Coleridge Stowey Cottage

SAMUEL TAYLOR COLERIDGE English poet and critics cottage at Nether Stowey, Somerset, England. Living from 1797 to 1800, he wrote The Ancient Mariner here

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1772 1797 1800 1834 Coleridge Cottage Living Nether Places Roof Samuel Somerset Taylor Wrote

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This evocative image captures the quintessential charm of Coleridge Cottage in Nether Stowey, Somerset, England, where the renowned English poet and critic, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, resided from 1797 to 1800. The cottage, adorned with ivy, sits nestled amidst the rolling hills and verdant landscapes of Somerset, a place that greatly influenced Coleridge's literary works. Built in 1772, the thatched-roof, pan-tiled cottage boasts a rich history, having served as the backdrop for some of Coleridge's most famous compositions, including "The Ancient Mariner." The ancient, timeworn appearance of the cottage adds to its allure, with its ivy-covered walls and weathered woodwork bearing the marks of history. Coleridge's tenure at Nether Stowey was a pivotal period in his life and literary career. During this time, he was deeply engaged in the Romantic literary movement and formed a close friendship with fellow poet and critic, William Wordsworth. The tranquil surroundings of the cottage provided Coleridge with the inspiration and solitude he needed to write, and the resulting works, such as "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner," continue to captivate readers and scholars alike. This photograph, taken in 1834, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the great poet penned his masterpieces within the cozy confines of Coleridge Cottage.

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