William Blake (1757-1827)
William Blake (1757-1827) was born in London, where he spent most of his life working as an engraver and illustrator. At about age ten, Blake had his first vision: a tree filled with angels. Mysticism is one of the hallmarks of his work. While his poetry was not widely known during his lifetime, his writing and his art have continued to grow in popularity.
POEMS
Introduction to the Songs of Innocence
London
The Chimney Sweeper: A little black thing among the snow
The Chimney Sweeper: When my mother died I was very young
The Tyger