Milton, a poem in 2 books Pl.23
19th century
William Blake was a visionary rebel who invented a unique printing method to merge his poetry and art seamlessly. On this page from his epic poem 'Milton', dense blocks of mystical text dominate the space, but a whimsical column of nude figures climbs the right margin like living vines. Blake actually wrote this poem to argue that the famous poet John Milton had misunderstood the nature of sin and redemption. It's a fascinating glimpse into Blake's complex personal mythology, where biblical figures and his own inventions mix in a swirl of prophetic energy.
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