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

by Blake, William

Collection

Project Gutenberg

Project Gutenberg Release

Project Gutenberg ID

64374

Reading Ease

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

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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.)

Metadata

language_code

en

bookshelf

Category: Art

locc_code

NC

subject

Bible -- Illustrations
Milton, John, 1608-1674. Paradise lost -- Illustrations
Milton, John, 1608-1674. Comus -- Illustrations