The Blake book

Summary: "In a career that ranged over a turbulent era in European history, William Blake (1757-1827) produced one of the most singular and intense bodies of work in the history of art. Neglected and misunderstood in his lifetime, his extraordinary paintings, poetry and prints now enjoy an international reputation." "The Blake Book provides a thorough introduction to the life and work of this complex figure and draws on the vast array of contemporary scholarship, providing a clear-headed overview of Blake's writings and paintings. Exploring the context of his art and life, his symbolism, techniques and critical reputation, and presenting his own writings on art and artists, The Blake Book is the essential guide to this remarkable figure."--BOOK JACKET.

Record details

ISBN: 9781854377272 (hbk.)
ISBN: 1854377272 (hbk.)
Physical Description: print
223 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cm.
Publisher: London : Tate Pub. ; New York : Distributed in the United States by Harry N. Abrams, 2007.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (p. 212-218) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	1. Engraver's World -- 2. Royal Academy and High Art -- 3. Blake's Revolution -- 4. Blake and the Bible -- 5. Blake and the Public -- 6. Blake Among the Ancients -- Writings on Art -- Encountering Blake: An Anthology of Responses from Creative Artists -- Guide to Collections -- Reading about Blake: A Bibliography.