In the three following poems, nature is used thematically, but in very different ways. ... Coleridge also writes about God, spirits, and curses in this poem. ... Later in the poem, all of the shipmates drop dead (Coleridge 8). ... The mariner is punished to teach us that it is a sin to hurt God's creations and that we should love and protect all of nature. ... Nature makes this poem seem more persuasive. ...

• Word Count: 918
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School