William Blake's wife once said of him: "I have very little of Mr. Blake's company; he is always in Paradise". This fascinating and generously illustrated biography of the great English artist, poet, and mystic brings us very much into Blake's company, presenting, often in the words of his contemporaries, everything that is known of his life and times. G.E. Bentley tells us that although Blake struggled with the ways of the world in his youth and early manhood, he was always frustrated that these ways were not his own. ...
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William Blake's wife once said of him: "I have very little of Mr. Blake's company; he is always in Paradise". This fascinating and generously illustrated biography of the great English artist, poet, and mystic brings us very much into Blake's company, presenting, often in the words of his contemporaries, everything that is known of his life and times. G.E. Bentley tells us that although Blake struggled with the ways of the world in his youth and early manhood, he was always frustrated that these ways were not his own. Instead he spoke the language of radical religious dissent, standing outside the popular political and social conventions of his time and lamenting the power of Church and State. Blake learned to participate in traditions of vision and piety, to exult in the power of the spirit and in visionary art and literature. He created a new gospel of art, other-worldly and fundamentally spiritual, and in his old age, he exhibited a serenity in poverty and a devotion to the realm of the spirit that was revered by his disciples. Blake's life bears the shape of great art itself, says Bentley. From his youthful vaulting ambitions in painting, engraving, poetry, and music, through his mature flirtation with fortune, to his joyful return to the vision and confidence of his youth, Blake's life provides a pattern of noble self-sacrifice and wise self-understanding that is an inspiration to his generation and to ours.
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Publisher:
Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art
Published:
2001
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
18051990735
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 1500grams, ISBN: 0300089392.
Publisher:
Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art
Published:
2001
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
18148591906
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Like New in Like New jacket. First Edition, First Printing. Published by Yale, 2001. Octavo. Hardcover. Book is like new. Dust jacket is like new with light sticker residue on spine and back panel. An excellent copy of this biography detailing the life and career of William Blake. 100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Sag Harbor, New York.
Publisher:
Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art
Published:
2001
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
16467289741
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Good. New Haven and London: Published for the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art by Yale University Press, 2001. 1st edition. Sm 4to. xxvii, 532pp. Illus. Good book. Very Good dust jacket. Dust jacket toned along edges. Underlining in ink inside book, else Very Good. From the library of American author, columnist, journalist, and presidential speechwriter William Safire. (art, painters, poetry, biography) Inquire if you need further information.
