Twenty-Seven Drawings by William Blake : Being Illustrations for Paradise Lost, Comus, and the Bible

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Blake, William, 1757-1827

Contributor:

Smalley, Carl J.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

27 Drawings by William Blake Being Illustrations for Paradise Lost, Comus, and the Bible

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Twenty-Seven Drawings by William Blake" by William Blake is a collection of artistic illustrations created during the late 18th to early 19th century. This book features Blake's captivating drawings that serve as illustrations for classic literary works such as "Paradise Lost," "Comus," and various biblical themes. It highlights Blake's unique ability to merge poetry and visual art, contributing richly to the understanding of these literary masterpieces through artistry. The book includes a compilation of illustrations that depict key moments from "Paradise Lost," including the creation of Eve, the temptation of Adam and Eve, and the expulsion from Eden. It also features scenes from Milton's "Comus," showcasing characters like Comus himself and the enchanting struggles of his captives. Additionally, illustrations inspired by biblical narratives are presented, such as "David and Goliath" and "The Woman Taken in Adultery," among others. Each drawing captures the emotional and spiritual essence of the stories, providing readers with both visual stimulation and deeper insight into the thematic elements of the texts they accompany. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Chuck Greif (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 28.7 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.

Release date is 2021-01-23