William Blake

By Basil de Sélincourt

Book Overview

William Blake is a book written by Basil De Selincourt that provides a comprehensive account of the life and work of the famous British poet, painter, and engraver, William Blake. The book begins with a detailed introduction that sets the stage for the reader by providing a brief history of Blake's early life and artistic career. From there, De Selincourt delves into Blake's poetry, exploring his themes, style, and technique, while also providing commentary on his major works such as Songs of Innocence and of Experience and The Marriage of Heaven and Hell.The book also covers Blake's personal life, including his marriage to Catherine Boucher and his friendships with other artists and poets of his time. De Selincourt provides insight into Blake's religious beliefs and his views on politics and society, which were often controversial and ahead of their time.Throughout the book, De Selincourt draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Blake's own letters and notebooks, to provide a rich and nuanced portrait of this fascinating artist. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an excellent resource for anyone interested in the life and work of William Blake.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: 1162950269
• ISBN13: 9781162950266
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"