Vision and Disenchantment
Vision and Disenchantment

Author: Heather Glen

Publisher: CUP Archive

Published: 1983-07-07

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 9780521250849

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A challenging and persuasive interpretation of poems too often seen as part of a coherent and accepted literary tradition.

William Blake: The Poems
William Blake: The Poems

Author: Nicholas Marsh

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-06-13

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 1137094729

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William Blake was ignored in his own time. Now, however, his Songs of Innocence and Experience and 'prophetic books' are widely admired and studied. The second edition of this successful introductory text: - Leads the reader into the Songs and 'prophetic books' via detailed analysis of individual poems and extracts, and now features additional insightful analyses - Provides useful sections on 'Methods of Analysis' and 'Suggested Work' to aid independent study - Offers expanded historical and cultural context, and an extended sample of critical views that includes discussion of the work of recent critics - Provides up-to-date suggestions for further reading William Blake: The Poems is ideal for students who are encountering the work of this major English poet for the first time. Nicholas Marsh encourages you to enjoy and explore the power and beauty of Blake's poems for yourself.

A Linguistic History of English Poetry
A Linguistic History of English Poetry

Author: Richard Bradford

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2005-07-25

Total Pages: 239

ISBN-13: 1134911726

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This introductory book takes the reader through literary history from the Renaissance to Postmodernism, and considers individual texts as paradigms which can both reflect and unsettle their broader linguistic and cultural contexts. Richard Bradford provides detailed readings of individual texts which emphasize their relation to literary history and broader socio-cultural contexts, and which take into account developments in structuralism and postmodernism. Texts include poems by Donne, Herbert, Marvell, Milton, Pope, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Blake, Keats, Hopkins, Browning, Pound, Eliot, Carlos Williams, Auden, Larkin and Geoffrey Hill.

Songs of Innocence and Songs of Experience
Songs of Innocence and Songs of Experience

Author: William Blake

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2023-10-01

Total Pages: 54

ISBN-13:

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Songs of Innocence and Songs of Experience by William Blake: Immerse yourself in the poetic genius of William Blake with Songs of Innocence and Songs of Experience. This iconic collection of poems explores the contrasting themes of innocence and experience, offering profound insights into the human condition. Key Aspects of the Book Songs of Innocence and Songs of Experience: Poetic Mastery: William Blake's poems are celebrated for their lyrical beauty and deep philosophical underpinnings, making this collection a masterpiece of English literature. Exploration of Dualities: The book delves into the duality of human nature, contrasting innocence with experience, and prompting readers to reflect on the complexities of life. Spiritual and Philosophical Themes: Songs of Innocence and Songs of Experience touches on spiritual and philosophical themes that continue to resonate with readers. William Blake was a visionary English poet, painter, and printmaker known for his unique blend of creativity and mysticism. This collection represents his artistic and philosophical legacy, offering readers a glimpse into the depths of his imagination.

Songs of Innocence and of Experience
Songs of Innocence and of Experience

Author: William Blake

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2023-08-31

Total Pages: 58

ISBN-13: 3387015356

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Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.