Epitaph on an Infant
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Samuel Taylor Coleridge's "Epitaph on an Infant" is a short poem that expresses the grief and sorrow associated with the death of a young child.
Through its simple yet poignant language, the poem captures the innocence and beauty of the infant's life, contrasting it with the harsh reality of death.
The poem's brevity and emotional intensity make it a powerful expression of loss and remembrance.
Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke deep empathy and resonate with readers who have experienced similar grief.
Through its simple yet poignant language, the poem captures the innocence and beauty of the infant's life, contrasting it with the harsh reality of death.
The poem's brevity and emotional intensity make it a powerful expression of loss and remembrance.
Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke deep empathy and resonate with readers who have experienced similar grief.
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Episode 247: Introduction to "Rime of the Ancient Mariner" by Samuel Taylor Coleridge