The Real Blake: A Portrait Biography

By Edwin John Ellis

Book Overview

""The Real Blake: A Portrait Biography"" by Edwin J. Ellis is a comprehensive and illuminating biography of the famous English poet, painter, and printmaker William Blake. The book offers a detailed account of Blake's life, tracing his early years in London, his artistic and literary development, his relationships with other artists and writers, and his legacy as one of the most influential figures in British Romanticism.Drawing on extensive research and a deep understanding of Blake's work, Ellis provides a nuanced and insightful portrayal of the poet's personality, beliefs, and creative process. He explores Blake's complex relationship with religion, politics, and society, revealing the ways in which his visionary art and poetry were shaped by his radical views and his deep commitment to spiritual and artistic freedom.""The Real Blake"" is not only a biography of a remarkable artist but also a cultural history of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Ellis situates Blake's life and work within the broader context of the Romantic movement, exploring the social, political, and intellectual currents that shaped his era and influenced his artistic vision.Overall, ""The Real Blake"" is a compelling and engaging portrait of one of the most fascinating and enigmatic figures in English literature and art. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Blake's life and work, as well as for those interested in the history of Romanticism and the cultural and intellectual history of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428602933
• ISBN13: 9781428602939
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 1.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"