One important aspect of this poem to consider before analyzing its deeper contents is its narrative structure. ... Consider both the gothic and romantic language he uses to describe what occurs throughout the entire poem. ... This image of a winged predator that chases the ship directs our attention to the notion of the sin not only being the killing of the albatross, but the entire purpose of the voyage itself. ... Moreover, there are several clues in the poem which indicate that it's about slavery. ... In other words, Coleridge is saying that enslaving people is an immoral and unnatura...

• Word Count: 1986
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate