Romanticism developed in response to Enlightenment. The enlightenment was an era also known as the “Age of Reason” approximately from 1685 to 1815. It was a philosophical movement that emphasized reason and science over superstition and blind faith. This affects the story because, without it, there would be no romanticism which is the main base of the story. Also, the purpose of the mariner’s journey is not revealed. although it seems to be the discovery of new lands given the prominence of colonialism. This symbolizes the incessant pursuit of reason under Enlightenment ideals.

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