He attended school only long enough to learn reading and writing, leaving at the age of ten, and was otherwise educated at home by his mother Catherine Blake ( née Wright). Blake's father, James, was a hosier, who had lived in London. He was the third of seven children, two of whom died in infancy. William Blake was born on 28 November 1757 at 28 Broad Street (now Broadwick St.) in Soho, London. Blake was born here and lived here until he was 25. Early life Ģ8 Broad Street (now Broadwick Street) in an illustration of 1912. The 19th-century scholar William Michael Rossetti characterised him as a "glorious luminary", and "a man not forestalled by predecessors, nor to be classed with contemporaries, nor to be replaced by known or readily surmisable successors". Despite these known influences, the singularity of Blake's work makes him difficult to classify. Though later he rejected many of these political beliefs, he maintained an amiable relationship with the political activist Thomas Paine he was also influenced by thinkers such as Emanuel Swedenborg. A committed Christian who was hostile to the Church of England (indeed, to almost all forms of organised religion), Blake was influenced by the ideals and ambitions of the French and American revolutions. In fact, he has been said to be "a key early proponent of both Romanticism and Nationalism". His paintings and poetry have been characterised as part of the Romantic movement and as "Pre-Romantic".
Īlthough Blake was considered mad by contemporaries for his idiosyncratic views, he came to be highly regarded by later critics and readers for his expressiveness and creativity, and for the philosophical and mystical undercurrents within his work. While he lived in London his entire life, except for three years spent in Felpham, he produced a diverse and symbolically rich collection of works, which embraced the imagination as "the body of God" or "human existence itself". In 2002, Blake was placed at number 38 in the BBC's poll of the 100 Greatest Britons. His visual artistry led 21st-century critic Jonathan Jones to proclaim him "far and away the greatest artist Britain has ever produced".
What he called his " prophetic works" were said by 20th-century critic Northrop Frye to form "what is in proportion to its merits the least read body of poetry in the English language".
Largely unrecognised during his life, Blake is now considered a seminal figure in the history of the poetry and visual art of the Romantic Age. Brand: Wordsworth & Blackĭimensions: 18.3 x 7.4 x 4.3 centimeters (0.William Blake (28 November 1757 – 12 August 1827) was an English poet, painter, and printmaker. If you need us, don't hesitate to get in touch. We take pride in offering unparalleled customer service and always being able to fix any situation that may arise. Remember, we're always here for our customers. Our fountain pen erudite collection offers smooth and easy ink flow and has great character as well as elegant ink variation as you refine your strokes to find the pressure and feel that works best for you. Enjoy the ease and beauty of writing with Wordsworth & Black and get more for your money, guaranteed. Pulled directly from our Erudite Collection, this amazing writing utensil is built to last with a medium nib that offers one of the best and most even flows on the market. Our expertly crafted pen is not only visually stunning but offers you a better value for your money. Wordsworth & Black Fountain Pens: as graceful as the words you create.Īn elegant and well-built pen doesn't have to cost you a fortune. The perfect mesh of fine metals, distinctive detail and writing pleasure creates a true sense of sophistication. With a beautiful aesthetic design and graceful stroke, we bring elegance to your hand for less than you expect. Wordsworth & Black - Classically Designed Writing Instruments are masterfully crafted according to timeless traditions yet build with only the most sophisticated methods.
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