The Three Sorts of Friends (fragment)
July 6, 2023The Presence Of Love
July 6, 2023The Suicide’s Argument
Ere the birth of my life, if I wished it or no
No question was asked me–it could not be so !
If the life was the question, a thing sent to try
And to live on be YES; what can NO be ? to die.
[Image]NATURE’S ANSWER
Is’t returned, as ’twas sent ? Is’t no worse for the wear ?
Think first, what you ARE ! Call to mind what you WERE !
I gave you innocence, I gave you hope,
Gave health, and genius, and an ample scope,
Return you me guilt, lethargy, despair ?
Make out the invent’ry ; inspect, compare !
Then die–if die you dare !
Samuel Taylor Coleridge
Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772-1834) was an English poet and philosopher who is known for his works that explore themes of nature, the supernatural, and the human imagination. He was a leading figure in the Romantic movement and his works, including "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" and "Kubla Khan," continue to be celebrated for their lyrical beauty and imaginative power.