1915 WILLIAM BLAKE Songs of INNOCENCE Experience Illustrated Poetry Collection
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1915 WILLIAM BLAKE Songs of INNOCENCE Experience Illustrated Poetry Collection
“Songs of Innocence” by William Blake is a seminal collection of poems that showcases Blakes unique perspective on the state of childhood and innocence. Originally printed and illuminated by the author in 1789, this work intertwines pastoral joy and the looming shadows of a more experienced world. While predominantly reflecting on the blissful and idyllic aspects of youth, some pieces like “The Chimney Sweeper” and “The Little Black Boy” deftly explore the vulnerability of innocence amid societal woes. This collection is a hallmark of Blakes profound artistry, marrying his poetic vision with his skills as a visual artist to create an immersive and thought-provoking exploration of the human souls pure beginnings.
Item number: #41607
Price: $399
BLAKE, William; ROBINSON, Charles (Illus.); ROBINSON, Mary H. (Illus.)
Songs of Innocence
London: J.M. Dent and Sons, Ltd.; New York: E.P. Dutton and Co., [ca.1915].
Details:
Collation: Complete
vii, 56
8 leaves of color plates (includes title page and frontispiece)
Language: English
Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure
Cream cloth
Size: ~7.75in X 5.75in (20cm x 14.5cm)
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“Songs of Innocence” by William Blake is a seminal collection of poems that showcases Blakes unique perspective on the state of childhood and innocence. Originally printed and illuminated by the author in 1789, this work intertwines pastoral joy and the looming shadows of a more experienced world. While predominantly reflecting on the blissful and idyllic aspects of youth, some pieces like “The Chimney Sweeper” and “The Little Black Boy” deftly explore the vulnerability of innocence amid societal woes. This collection is a hallmark of Blakes profound artistry, marrying his poetic vision with his skills as a visual artist to create an immersive and thought-provoking exploration of the human souls pure beginnings.
Item number: #41607
Price: $399
BLAKE, William; ROBINSON, Charles (Illus.); ROBINSON, Mary H. (Illus.)
Songs of Innocence
London: J.M. Dent and Sons, Ltd.; New York: E.P. Dutton and Co., [ca.1915].
Details:
Collation: Complete
vii, 56
8 leaves of color plates (includes title page and frontispiece)
Language: English
Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure
Cream cloth
Size: ~7.75in X 5.75in (20cm x 14.5cm)
Our Guarantee:
Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide.
Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation!
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1915 WILLIAM BLAKE Songs of INNOCENCE Experience Illustrated Poetry Collection
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