William Blake Links
An 18th century poet, painter, and visionary, William Blake (1757-1827) received little praise during his lifetime; his influence grows stronger every day. From W.H. Auden to Jim Morrison to Wendell Berry, Blake's acidic visions etched a path for future poets to follow.
Over his porch these words are written. Take thy bliss O Man!
And sweet shall be thy taste & sweet thy infant joys renew!
Check out the Tate Gallery's "Wlliam Blake Online" exhibition.
A must see.
He who doubts from what he sees
Will ne'er believe, do what you please.
If the Sun and Moon should doubt,
They'd immediately go out.
To be in a passion you good may do,
But no good if a passion is in you.