Address to Certain Goldfishes

"Address to Certain Goldfishes" is a poem written by Hartley Coleridge, an English poet, essayist, and teacher who was known for his works of criticism, sonnets, and an unfinished drama. The poem was recorded by LibriVox volunteers in August 2012, as part of their Fortnightly Poetry project. Coleridge addresses a group of goldfishes in a fishbowl, admiring their beauty and playfulness. The poem showcases Coleridge's ability to observe and find beauty in the simplest of things, and his skill in using language to bring those observations to life. Despite being the eldest son of Samuel Taylor Coleridge, a celebrated poet himself, Hartley Coleridge was able to establish his own literary reputation through his unique style and contributions to the world of poetry."