The Poetical Works of William Blake: Including the Unpublished French Revolution, Together With the Minor Prophetic Books, and Selections From the Fou (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781025913407)

"The Poetical Works of William Blake" offers a comprehensive exploration of the creative genius of one of England's most visionary poets and artists. This collection encompasses the full breadth of Blake's literary output, ranging from his early lyrical verses to his complex and mythic "Minor Prophetic Books". A centerpiece of this volume is the inclusion of "The French Revolution", a work originally left unpublished during his lifetime, which showcases Blake's radical engagement with the political upheavals of the late eighteenth century.

Readers will discover the intricate cosmologies of Blake's prophetic works through significant selections from "The Four Zoas", "Milton", and "Jerusalem". These texts reveal the author's unique blend of spiritual philosophy, social critique, and psychological depth. Characterized by a profound rejection of Enlightenment rationalism in favor of imaginative liberty, Blake's poetry delves into themes of innocence, experience, and the eternal struggle between institutional restraint and the human spirit. This collection serves as an essential resource for those seeking to understand the foundational contributions of William Blake to the Romantic movement and his enduring influence on Western literature and art.

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