Iain Sinclair, Stephen McNeilly (Editor)
Blake's London: the Topographic Sublime
- ISBN 13:
- 9780854481705
- author:
- Iain Sinclair, Stephen McNeilly (Editor)
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- The Swedenborg Society
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 72
- Dimensions:
- 20.4 x 1.4 x 13.6 cm
- Genre:
- Religion & Spirituality, Spirituality,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
William Blake's London: A Discursive Journey Iain Sinclair explores the profound relationship between William Blake and the city of London, revealing how his poetry reflects a unique engagement with place. This revised text, first delivered as a lecture at Swedenborg Hall, offers a thought-provoking introduction to Blake's singular experience of the city and its connection to Swedenborg's spiritual tradition. Through a discursive journey, Sinclair delves into the ways in which language and imagination converge in Blake's poetry, shedding light on the visionary poet's profound engagement with the city and its inhabitants. This book is an ideal starting point for anyone seeking to understand Blake's work and its enduring relevance. Hardcover, 60 pages.