Biographia literaria
About this book
Samuel Taylor Coleridge's 1817 work Biographia Literaria is an autobiography in discourse; loosely structured and non-linear, the work is meditative and contains numerous philosophical essays. Initially criticized as the product of Coleridge's opiate-driven descent into illness, more recent critics have given the work far more credit and recognition. The book is the origin of the well-known critical idea of "willing suspension of disbelief."
Reader Profile
· 442 pages · ≈ 8 h 11 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read Biographia literaria?
About ≈ 8 h 11 m — 442 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Biographia literaria?
442 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Biographia literaria?
It sits on the Philosophy, Poetry, Biography & Memoir shelves.
Is Biographia literaria in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Biographia literaria?
The main characters include William Wordsworth (1770-1850), Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772-1834).
Where does Biographia literaria take place?
It is set in England.
Who wrote Biographia literaria?
Samuel Taylor Coleridge.
Where can I read Biographia literaria online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library