Revision The appearance of the Romantic Revival was marked by a strong protest against the bondage of Classicism, by a recognition of passion and emotion, and by a renewed interest in medieval literature.

William Blake & London

Early Life Thomas Paine and William Godwin French Revolution (July 14,1789) Blake ’ s first collection of poems: Poetical Sketches

Rhythm Twinkle, twinkle, little star, How I wonder what you are.

Collections of Blake ’ s Short Lyrics Songs of Innocence(1789) Songs of Experience(1794)

Collection of Blake ’ s Long Poems Prophecies

Later Years

London I wander thro ’ each charter ’ d street, Near where the charter ’ d Thames does flow, And mark in every face I meet Marks of weakness,marks of woe. In every cry of every Man, In every Infant ’ s cry of fear, In every voice, in every ban, The mind-forg ’ d manacles I hear. How the Chimney-sweeper ’ s cry Every black ’ ning Church appalls; And the hapless Soldier ’ s sigh Runs in blood down Palace walls. But most thro ’ midnight streets I hear How the youthful Harlot ’ s curse Blasts the new born Infant ’ s tear, And blights with plagues the Marriage hearse.

Questions for Discussion 1.What is the rhythm pattern and the rhyme scheme of the poem? 2.What do you think of the setting of the poem? 3.What does the poet see and hear in the midnight London street?

Homework 1.Discuss the linguistic features of the poem. 2.How do you think the “ anvil music ” is brought about in the poem?

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