The Greatest Works of William Blake (With Complete Original Illustrations)

The Greatest Works of William Blake (With Complete Original Illustrations)

by William Blake
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 22/12/2023

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In "The Greatest Works of William Blake (With Complete Original Illustrations)," readers are invited into the richly woven tapestry of Blake's visionary poetry and art, a pivotal contribution to the Romantic movement. Spanning his poetic masterpieces such as "Songs of Innocence and of Experience" and "The Marriage of Heaven and Hell," the collection exemplifies Blake's unique blend of lyrical beauty and intricate symbolism. His use of vivid imagery and innovative verse structures not only reflects the tumultuous socio-political landscape of late 18th and early 19th century England but also engages profound themes of spirituality, duality, and human experience. William Blake (1757-1827), an unorthodox figure in both the art and literary worlds, defied the conventions of his time through a deeply personal lens of mystical experience. A self-taught artist and poet, Blake's disillusionment with institutional religion and societal constraints inspired his radical ideas about freedom and individuality. His pioneering spirit led him to create both poetry and visual art as a cohesive expression, viewing them as interconnected facets of existence. This collection is highly recommended for readers and scholars alike, providing a comprehensive insight into Blake's creative genius. Whether you're revisiting his texts or encountering them for the first time, this volume offers an essential exploration of the mind of one of literature's most extraordinary figures, ripe for contemplation and inspiration.

ISBN:
8596547761365
8596547761365
Category:
Poetry
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
22-12-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
DigiCat
William Blake

William Blake was born in London in 1757. He was apprenticed to a master engraver and then studied at the Royal Academy under the guidance of Joshua Reynolds. In 1789 he engraved and published Songs of Innocence and the contrasting Songs of Experience came later in 1794. A poet, painter and printmaker of great originality and imagination, his work was largely unrecognized during his lifetime and he struggled to make a living. Blake is now considered a seminal figure in the history of both the poetry and visual arts of the Romantic Age. He died in 1827.

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