Songs Of Innocence And Of Experience
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: William Blake
Binding: Paperback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1972
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
William Blake's "Songs of Innocence and of Experience" presents a profound collection of lyrical poems that explore the contrasting states of the human soul. This seminal work of Romantic poetry juxtaposes the innocent, pastoral world of childhood with the harsh realities and corruptions of adult society. Through vivid imagery and symbolic language, Blake critiques social injustices, organized religion, and the loss of natural freedom, offering a powerful commentary on the human condition. The poems, often presented in pairs, invite readers to contemplate the complexities of good and evil, joy and sorrow, and the journey from naiveté to a deeper understanding of life's dualities. It remains a cornerstone of English literature, cherished for its artistic innovation and enduring philosophical insights.
Author: William Blake
Binding: Paperback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1972
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
William Blake's "Songs of Innocence and of Experience" presents a profound collection of lyrical poems that explore the contrasting states of the human soul. This seminal work of Romantic poetry juxtaposes the innocent, pastoral world of childhood with the harsh realities and corruptions of adult society. Through vivid imagery and symbolic language, Blake critiques social injustices, organized religion, and the loss of natural freedom, offering a powerful commentary on the human condition. The poems, often presented in pairs, invite readers to contemplate the complexities of good and evil, joy and sorrow, and the journey from naiveté to a deeper understanding of life's dualities. It remains a cornerstone of English literature, cherished for its artistic innovation and enduring philosophical insights.