William Blake, an English poet, painter, and printmaker, created work largely unrecognized in his time but now considered seminal in both poetry and visual arts. His prophetic poetry, described as forming "what is in proportion to its merits the least read body of poetry in the language," alongside his visual artistry, has led critics to proclaim him Britain's greatest artist. Blake's creative vision embraced 'imagination' as "the body of God," engendering a diverse and symbolically rich corpus. Today, he is highly regarded for his expressiveness, creativity, and the philosophical and mystical currents underlying his work, though his originality and singularity make classification difficult.
This reprint preserves the original text from 1875, offering readers a glimpse into the historical context and literary style of the time. It provides an opportunity to explore themes and narratives that have shaped literature. The book serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the evolution of storytelling and the cultural insights of the 19th century.
Combining poetry and biblical exegesis, Blake's 'The Heresy of Job' offers a radical reinterpretation of the biblical story of Job, presenting a vision of a God who is not all-powerful but rather vulnerable and sympathetic to human suffering. With its challenging ideas and powerful imagery, this work remains a cornerstone of Blake's oeuvre.
Jerusalem is a visionary poem by the famous English poet and artist William Blake. Written in the early 19th century, it is a deeply spiritual work that explores themes of love, redemption, and the nature of the divine. Whether you are a fan of Blake's art or his poetry, this book is a must-read.
This lavishly illustrated volume presents a selection of some of the finest examples of illuminated manuscripts, rare drawings, and early illustrated books. Bernard Quartich, William Blake, and William Griggs bring together a remarkable collection of works that showcase the beauty, intricacy, and artistic achievement of medieval and early modern manuscript culture.
This reprint of a historical book originally published in 1871 aims to preserve classic literature for modern readers. Published by Anatiposi, the edition acknowledges that due to its age, it may contain missing pages or lower quality. The focus is on making these valuable works accessible to the public, ensuring that they remain part of the literary landscape and are not forgotten.
Influenced by the visionary imagination of William Blake and the characters he created in The Four Zoas and Jerusalem, The Liberation of Albion is both a theogony, creation myth and tale of spiritual development. An epic poem that both engages with the past and exists firmly within modernity, the story follows the grand-man Albion and the grand-woman Jerusalem, as their lives are touched by fate and they find themselves embroiled in the desires and whims of the gods. When Albion is chained, bound, and laid low, Jerusalem is left to face the world alone. The Liberation of Albion seeks to reignite the imagination of modernity and reveal once more the intricate links between narrative, meaning, truth and beauty.