William Blake

Sep 10
2009

From Mythmakers and Lawbreakers:

William Blake (1757–1827), poet and author of “Illuminated Manuscripts” (proto-graphic-novels), was an anarchist before the word was coined. He was also both a mystic and completely unrenowned in his time. He attacked organized religion fiercely, and published the heretical The Marriage of Heaven & Hell. One interesting quote from that book: “Prisons are built with stones of Law, Brothels with bricks of Religion.”


Wikipedia:
William Blake

Many of his works are available online from The William Blake Archive. Others, including readings of his poetry, are available from Project Gutenberg.

William Blake as Visionary Anarchist, presentation by Peter Marshall:

Part II:

(thanks Gareth Branwyn for bringing these to my attention!)

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