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Title: Songs of Innocence and of Experience
Note: Reading ease score: 85.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: David Price
Summary: "Songs of Innocence and of Experience" by William Blake is a collection of poetry created during the late 18th century to early 19th century, a period marked by the Romantic movement. This dual collection explores themes of childhood, nature, spirituality, and the contrast between innocence and experience. Each section—Innocence and Experience—delivers its own unique perspective, providing a rich tapestry of human emotion and philosophy. The poems within "Songs of Innocence" reflect an idealized vision of childhood, depicting a world of wonder, joy, and a deep connection to nature and God. They feature characters such as the innocent Lamb and the cheerful shepherd, evoking a sense of peace and simplicity. Conversely, "Songs of Experience" presents a stark contrast, addressing themes of suffering, societal issues, and the complexities of adult life. It includes haunting pieces like "The Chimney-Sweeper" and the powerful "The Tiger," which question existence and morality. Together, these sections provide a profound commentary on the human condition, from the purity of youth to the harsh realities of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Blake, William, 1757-1827
EBook No.: 1934
Published: Oct 1, 1999
Downloads: 5773
Language: English
Subject: Pastoral poetry
Subject: English poetry -- 18th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Songs of Innocence and of Experience
Note: Reading ease score: 85.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: David Price
Summary: "Songs of Innocence and of Experience" by William Blake is a collection of poetry created during the late 18th century to early 19th century, a period marked by the Romantic movement. This dual collection explores themes of childhood, nature, spirituality, and the contrast between innocence and experience. Each section—Innocence and Experience—delivers its own unique perspective, providing a rich tapestry of human emotion and philosophy. The poems within "Songs of Innocence" reflect an idealized vision of childhood, depicting a world of wonder, joy, and a deep connection to nature and God. They feature characters such as the innocent Lamb and the cheerful shepherd, evoking a sense of peace and simplicity. Conversely, "Songs of Experience" presents a stark contrast, addressing themes of suffering, societal issues, and the complexities of adult life. It includes haunting pieces like "The Chimney-Sweeper" and the powerful "The Tiger," which question existence and morality. Together, these sections provide a profound commentary on the human condition, from the purity of youth to the harsh realities of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Blake, William, 1757-1827
EBook No.: 1934
Published: Oct 1, 1999
Downloads: 5773
Language: English
Subject: Pastoral poetry
Subject: English poetry -- 18th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.