"Samuel Taylor Coleridge's "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" is a narrative poem published in 1798. It tells the story of a mariner who experiences a harrowing sea voyage after he kills an albatross, a bird often seen as a symbol of good luck. The poem explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the relationship between humanity and nature. The mariner's journey is filled with supernatural elements, including ghostly apparitions and a cursed ship. As he faces dire consequences for his actions, he ultimately learns the importance of respecting all living things. The poem is a key work of the Romantic literary movement, emphasizing emotion and nature.