rime_of_the_ancient_mariner_class10.pptx

The Rime of the Ancient Mariner by Samuel Taylor Coleridge is a narrative poem about a sailor who kills a friendly albatross and faces severe punishment from nature and the supernatural. After suffering and realizing his mistake, he repents and is forgiven. The poem teaches respect for nature and the value of love and repentance.

1. The Rime of the Ancient Mariner By Samuel Taylor Coleridge Class 10 – NCERT English

2. About the Poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772–1834) English Romantic poet and critic Co-author of Lyrical Ballads with Wordsworth Blended imagination with nature and the supernatural

3. Setting & Characters Ancient Mariner – old sailor narrating his strange sea voyage Wedding Guest – listener at a wedding feast Crew & Ship – companions and setting of the adventure Natural and supernatural elements: albatross, spirits, angels

4. Summary of the Poem (NCERT Abridged Text) Mariner stops a wedding guest to tell his tale. Ship sails south; an albatross appears and brings good luck. Mariner kills the albatross without reason. Nature punishes: ship stuck in silent, scorching sea; crew suffers. Crew hangs the dead albatross around Mariner’s neck as a sign of guilt. Ghost ship appears; Death and Life-in-Death gamble; all crew die except Mariner. After repentance and blessing sea creatures, curse is lifted. He is rescued and must wander the earth telling his story.

5. Themes & Message Respect Nature – every creature is sacred. Sin & Repentance – wrong actions bring suffering; true remorse leads to forgiveness. Power of Prayer & Love – blessing living things brings redemption. Supernatural justice – moral law beyond human control.

6. Important Lines (NCERT Text) “Water, water, everywhere, nor any drop to drink.” “He prayeth well who loveth well both man and bird and beast.”

7. Moral / Learning Outcome Humans must live in harmony with nature. Unthinking cruelty invites consequences. Love and reverence for all life lead to spiritual peace.

8. Conclusion The poem combines adventure, mystery and morality. It teaches environmental consciousness and the value of compassion.