The Literary Remains of Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Volume 2

"The Literary Remains of Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Volume 2" by Samuel Taylor Coleridge is a compilation of writings from the 1800s that analyzes literature. The writings contain several essays, lectures, and notes. Coleridge spends a lot of time talking about Shakespeare, Ben Jonson, as well as Beaumont and Fletcher. He talks about how they have helped to shape both poetry and drama. Coleridge also talks about the important parts of poetry, such as its style, shape, and reason. He reflects on how his lectures about Shakespeare have impacted his previous understandings, particularly his ability to judge genius. He describes what he thinks makes up poetry by showing the difference between prose and science. He claims that Shakespeare is a mastermind because of his ability to display feelings. Coleridge emphasizes that a person must be respectful as well as intelligent when studying literature.