The Life of William Blake (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162578637)

The Life of William Blake by Thomas Wright is a comprehensive biography of the renowned English poet, painter, and printmaker William Blake. The book traces Blake's life from his childhood in London to his rise as one of the most influential artists of the Romantic era. Wright explores Blake's artistic and literary works, including his famous illuminated books such as Songs of Innocence and Experience, as well as his political and religious beliefs. The biography also delves into Blake's personal life, including his marriage to Catherine Boucher and his relationships with other artists and intellectuals of his time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and works of William Blake and provides insight into the cultural and artistic landscape of late 18th and early 19th century England.1929. A comprehensive volume with 135 illustrations, maps and plans depicting the life of William Blake. A wonderful resource on the most poetic of prophets, the most magnificent and amazing of painters and the most melodious and stimulating of poets. Chapters encompass illustrations of his work as well as theories that surround them.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.

Author: Thomas Wright
ISBN-10: 1162578637
ISBN-13: 9781162578637
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 468
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.30lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.94d