William Blake: A Mystic in the Age of Enlightened Skepticism (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419187506)

William Blake: A Mystic in the Age of Enlightened Skepticism is a biography written by John Cheney and Robert Sheldon that explores the life and work of William Blake, a renowned English poet, painter, and printmaker. The book delves into Blake's mystical and visionary beliefs, which were at odds with the rationalism and skepticism of the Enlightenment era in which he lived. The authors examine Blake's upbringing, education, and artistic career, tracing his development as a visionary artist and poet. They explore the themes of Blake's work, including his fascination with religion, mythology, and the supernatural. The book also delves into Blake's political beliefs, which were radical for his time and included a rejection of the monarchy and a belief in the power of the individual.Throughout the book, Cheney and Sheldon provide a detailed analysis of Blake's major works, including Songs of Innocence and of Experience, The Marriage of Heaven and Hell, and Jerusalem. They also examine Blake's influence on later artists and writers, including the Romantics and the Beat poets.Overall, William Blake: A Mystic in the Age of Enlightened Skepticism is a comprehensive and insightful biography of one of the most important artists and thinkers of the Romantic era. It provides a fascinating look into the life and work of a visionary artist who challenged the dominant beliefs of his time and left a lasting impact on the world of art and literature.THIS 88 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Men Who Have Walked With God, by Sheldon Cheney. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564592685.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: Sheldon Cheney
ISBN-10: 1419187503
ISBN-13: 9781419187506
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 88
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.48lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.18d