Publisher's Synopsis
Blake: The Mystic Genius is a book written by Adrian Van Sinderen that explores the life and work of the English poet, painter, and printmaker William Blake. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Blake's creative output, from his early works to his later, more mystical pieces. Van Sinderen delves into Blake's personal life, including his unconventional upbringing and his relationship with his wife, Catherine. The author also examines Blake's spiritual beliefs and how they influenced his art, particularly his interest in mysticism and the occult. The book features numerous illustrations of Blake's artwork, including many of his most famous pieces, such as The Tyger and The Marriage of Heaven and Hell. Van Sinderen provides detailed analysis of each work, exploring the symbolism and themes that Blake was exploring. Overall, Blake: The Mystic Genius is a fascinating exploration of one of the most important artists of the Romantic era. It is sure to appeal to anyone with an interest in art, literature, or spirituality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
