Roberts, Jonathan
William Blake's Poetry (Reader's Guides) (Reader's Guides)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780826488602
- author:
- Roberts, Jonathan
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 124
- Dimensions:
- 138mm X 216mm
- Genre:
- Literary studies: 19th century
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
William Blake's Poetry provides a comprehensive introduction to the poet's major themes and key works. This guide offers fresh critical insights into Blake's poetry, including his exploration of religious, political, and social issues, as well as an analysis of his language and style. The Reader's Guide covers Blake's most studied poems, including Songs of Innocence and Experience and The Marriage of Heaven and Hell, providing a practical introduction to close reading and analysis. It also includes sections on the contexts, critical reception, and influence of Blake's work, making it an invaluable resource for students and scholars alike. This guide is accompanied by an annotated guide to further reading, allowing readers to delve deeper into Blake's poetry and explore its relevance in modern times.