Sara Coleridge and the Oxford Movement

The first scholarly edition of Sara Coleridge's religious writings.

Book Title: Sara Coleridge and the Oxford Movement - A Historical and Literary Exploration

"Sara Coleridge and the Oxford Movement" offers a comprehensive examination of the life and writings of Sara Coleridge, daughter of the famous poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and her connection to the Oxford Movement. This book delves into the religious and literary context of 19th-century England, exploring how Sara Coleridge's intellectual and spiritual journey intersected with one of the most significant religious movements of the time. Ideal for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the interplay between literature and religion, this book provides valuable insights into the influence of the Oxford Movement on Sara Coleridge’s works and thoughts.

Key Features:

1. In-Depth Analysis:
   
   • The book provides a detailed analysis of Sara Coleridge's literary contributions, focusing on how the Oxford Movement influenced her writings and religious beliefs. It explores her role within the broader context of 19th-century English literature.
2. Historical Context:
   
   • Learn about the Oxford Movement, a major religious revival within the Church of England, and its impact on Victorian society. The book places Sara Coleridge’s life and work within this historical and religious framework.
3. Literary Significance:
   
   • The book highlights Sara Coleridge’s contributions to English literature, emphasizing her unique voice in the Romantic and Victorian literary traditions. It examines her literary style, themes, and the religious undertones in her works.
4. Interdisciplinary Approach:
   
   • Combining literary analysis with historical and theological insights, this book offers an interdisciplinary approach that enriches the understanding of both Sara Coleridge and the Oxford Movement.
5. Scholarly Resource:
   
   • This book serves as a valuable resource for students and scholars of English literature, religious history, and women’s studies. It provides essential insights into the life and influence of one of the lesser-known Coleridges.
6. Biographical Insights:
   
   • Explore the life of Sara Coleridge, including her intellectual development, personal struggles, and religious convictions. The book provides a nuanced portrait of a woman navigating the challenges of being a writer in a male-dominated literary world.
7. Impact of the Oxford Movement:
   
   • The book discusses the broader impact of the Oxford Movement on English literature and theology, illustrating how this religious revival influenced writers like Sara Coleridge and shaped the intellectual landscape of the time.
8. Perfect for New Zealand Scholars:
   
   • Tailored for New Zealand readers, this book offers relevant insights for those studying 19th-century English literature, religious movements, and the Coleridge family’s legacy.
9. Critical Perspective:
   
   • The book provides a critical perspective on how Sara Coleridge’s writings contributed to and were shaped by the religious and literary currents of her time.
10. Great for Literary Enthusiasts:
    
    • Whether you are a scholar or a general reader with an interest in literature and history, this book offers an engaging and informative exploration of Sara Coleridge's life and the Oxford Movement.

Why Choose Sara Coleridge and the Oxford Movement?

• Literary and Historical Analysis: Comprehensive exploration of Sara Coleridge’s writings in the context of the Oxford Movement.
• Interdisciplinary Approach: Combines literature, history, and theology for a richer understanding.
• Focus on 19th-Century England: Places Coleridge’s work within the broader religious and literary trends of her time.
• Biographical Insights: Offers a detailed portrait of Sara Coleridge’s life and intellectual development.
• Scholarly Resource: Essential reading for students and scholars of literature and religious history.
• Impact of the Oxford Movement: Examines the movement’s influence on literature and theology.
• Perfect for New Zealand Scholars: Relevant and insightful for local academic study.
• Critical Analysis: Provides a nuanced understanding of Coleridge’s contributions to English literature.
• Accessible Writing: Engages both scholars and general readers interested in literature and history.

Ideal for Scholars of 19th-Century Literature and Religion:

"Sara Coleridge and the Oxford Movement" is an essential book for anyone interested in the intersection of literature, religion, and history. Whether you are a student, scholar, or literary enthusiast, this book provides valuable insights into the life and work of Sara Coleridge and the broader impact of the Oxford Movement.

Explore the literary and religious legacy of Sara Coleridge with "Sara Coleridge and the Oxford Movement - A Historical and Literary Exploration." Order your copy today and deepen your understanding of 19th-century English literature and religious history!

Sara Coleridge and the Oxford Movement reveals a significant body of virtually unknown religious works by a woman writer. The first scholarly edition of Sara Coleridge's religious writings, it presents selections from works not published since the 1840s, and substantial extracts from a major unpublished work of religious dialogues.

'The volume carefully maps Coleridge's imaginative and spiritual development through the influence of Wordsworth and Southey, Tractarianism and her eventual critique of Anglo-Catholicism, and her Kantian embrace of a practical rather than mystical Christianity. An outstanding scholarly edition of a profoundly influential but much neglected theological voice.' - Emma Mason, Department of English and Comparative Literary Studies, University of Warwick, UK

'This magnificent edition sheds new light on the controversies surrounding the Oxford Movement. Sara Coleridge's literary gifts as well as philosophical erudition appear in her probing critique of the Tractarians and defence of her father, S. T. Coleridge. Her hitherto unpublished Dialogues on Regeneration, finely annotated in this book, is a major addition to the Victorian canon.' - James Vigus, Department of English, Queen Mary University of London, UK

'This excellent volume continues the retrieval of an important Victorian voice. Robin Schofield has gathered Sara Coleridge's fugitive religious writings and a selection from her major unpublished manuscripts.' - Peter Swaab, Department of English Literature, UCL, UK