William Blake

By Arthur Symons

Book Overview

The book ""William Blake"" by Arthur Symons is a comprehensive biography of the life and work of the famous English poet, artist, and visionary, William Blake. The book delves into the details of Blake's upbringing, education, and artistic influences, as well as his personal relationships and the political and social climate of his time. Symons explores Blake's unique style of poetry and art, which was heavily influenced by his mystical and spiritual beliefs, and the book includes many examples of Blake's most famous works. Overall, ""William Blake"" provides a fascinating insight into the life and legacy of one of England's most celebrated artists and poets.1907. Contents: William Blake; Records from Contemporary Sources; Extracts from the Diary, Letters and Reminiscences of Henry Crabe Robinson; From A Father's Memoirs of his Child by Benjamin Heath Malkin; Lady Charlotte Bury's Diary; Blake's Horoscope; Obituary Notices; Extract from Varley's Zodiacal Physiognomy 1828; Biographical Sketch of Blake by JT Smith 1828; Life of Blake by Allan Cunningham 1830.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: 1564595617
• ISBN13: 9781564595614
• Release Date: November 1995
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 452 Pages
• Weight: 2.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.9" x 10.6"