Vine, Steve
William Blake (Writers & Their Work)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780746309803
- author:
- Vine, Steve
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Northcote House Publishers Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 130
- Dimensions:
- 138mm X 216mm
- Genre:
- Poetry, Drama & Criticism / Poetry, Drama, Critcism
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
William Blake: A Revolutionary Visionary Steve Vine's study explores the full range of Blake's poetry and illuminated books, from early songs to late epics. This book focuses on the socially radical and challenging nature of his art, examining his attempts to open the 'doors of perception' beyond limiting visions and ideologies. Blake was a poet and artist who challenged conventional perceptions through his visionary paintings and innovative use of words and images in poetry. His work questioned Romantic assumptions and rewrote Biblical tradition in a radical mythology for his own historical moment. The book delves into Blake's socially charged art, critiquing the politics and psychology of power. Through this study, readers can gain insight into the life and work of William Blake, a true original who sought to push beyond the boundaries of perception.
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