William Blake: Poetry

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Visionary poet, artist and engraver William Blake is now recognised among the greatest contributors to English literature and art. His writing, often accompanied by illustrations featuring characters from his own mythology, is a multi-layered exploration of the power of the human spirit. This anthology features Blake's most popular poems, from the exquisitely lyrical Songs of Innocence and Songs of Experience, the prophetic Marriage of Heaven and Hell to the rousing Jerusalem. This collection is a celebration of this master of the imagination. SELLING POINTS: . Foiled and embossed cover, with deluxe binding. . An ideal gift for any occasion. . An ideal introduction to Chinese Poetry. . Moving, carefully selected poetry popular and less well known. . A wide range of poems, covering different periods and themes. . Perfect for reflection and study!

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Emma Suret (introduction) is a specialist in the literature of the Romantic period, and is based at the University of Sheffield. Her research focuses on Romantic legacies in Modern poetry, with a particular interest in the influence of Percy Bysshe Shelley and John Keats on the poetry of Wilfred Owen.