“The Rime of The Ancient Mariner,” written by Thomas Coleridge, explores a number of psychological states. Coleridge focuses closely upon the loneliness and isolation endured by the Mariner. This is articulated through the use of imagery of enormous scale, such as the sea, sky and God. Compared to a single sailor and his ship, these phenomena are immense, thus intensifying the isolation of the Mariner. Similarly, repetition, for instance “Alone, alone, all, all alone, Alone on a wide, wide sea!” is employed simply, reinforcing the mariner’s desolation. Throughout the mariner’s imaginative journey, the description of natural elements is em

“Frost at Midnight,” also written by Coleridge, can be linked to the mariner’s journey through its exploration of loneliness. In employing the religious symbol of “cloisters” Coleridge effectively communicates the narrator’s loneliness. In a religious context, a cloister refers to a place of religious confinement, free from external influence. Thus, Coleridge communicates that similarly, the protagonist was isolated - in his instance, from companions. The favourable contrast of the narrator’s birthplace to his school also demonstrates his loneliness. His birthplace provides a variety of engaging sounds and sights - bells, fairs and a diverse landscape. Alternatively, only the “stars and sky” are engaging within the city. Hence, Coleridge articulates the depravation the protagonist feels within the city, his isolation from natural beauty and thus, his loneliness.

George Lucas’ film, “Star Wars,” also presents an insight, or moral, as a result of an imaginative journey. This insight focuses upon the motivation for journey. Lucas suggests that journeys should not be undertaken for materialistic motives, but focus upon values such as trust and friendship. This is communicated simply through characterisation. When first introduced to Han Solo, he is an extremely materialistic man. However, through the course of the journey, he ultimately relinquishes these values and focuses upon his companions and common gain, helping to thwart a murderous regime. L

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