This is a selection of the poet's work, including all the great lyrics and the more important prophetic books. In her introduction the poet and critic expounds Blake's esoteric theory and shows how it helped to create a poetry which is unlike any other.
William Blake (1757–1827) was a visionary English poet, painter, and printmaker whose work profoundly shaped the Romantic movement. Often unrecognized during his lifetime, Blake is now celebrated for his symbolic imagination, philosophical depth, and artistic innovation. His works continue to influence literature, art, and cultural thought worldwide.