The Rime of the Ancient Mariner

The narrative centers on a sailor recounting his harrowing experiences from a long sea voyage to a man en route to a wedding. As the Mariner shares his tale, the Wedding-Guest transitions from bemusement to impatience, then to fear and ultimately fascination, highlighting the story's gripping and transformative nature. The interplay between the Mariner's haunting experiences and the Wedding-Guest's evolving emotions creates a powerful exploration of storytelling and its impact.