{"product_id":"bulletin-of-the-john-rylands-library-981-the-artist-of-the-future-age-william-blake-neoromanticism-counterculture-and-now-9781526166364","title":"Bulletin of the John Rylands Library 98\/1: The Artist of the Future Age: William Blake, Neo-Romanticism, Counterculture and Now","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis special issue of the Bulletin of the John Rylands Library explores the British and European reception of William Blake's work from the late nineteenth century to the present day, with a particular focus on the counterculture. It includes articles by Michael Horovitz, W. B. Yeats, the artistic avant-garde, and underground, and the contemporary Belgian art collective maelström reEvolution. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 130 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20 June 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Manchester University Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis special issue of the Bulletin of the John Rylands Library is dedicated to the renowned poet and artist William Blake. It delves into the profound and multifaceted reception of Blake's work across Britain and Europe, spanning from the late nineteenth century to the present day. With a particular emphasis on the counterculture, the issue begins with two insightful articles by the late Michael Horovitz, a pivotal figure in the 'Blake Renaissance' of the 1960s. These articles provide valuable insights into the ideological battles that unfolded during the early twentieth century, particularly concerning the influence of W. B. Yeats on Blake's artistic legacy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe issue then proceeds to explore the artistic avant-garde and underground movements of the 1960s, shedding light on Blake's profound impact on these creative communities. Furthermore, it examines Blake's significance for science fiction authors of the 1970s, highlighting his visionary ideas and their enduring influence on the genre.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo conclude this comprehensive exploration, the issue features an article on the contemporary Belgian art collective maelström reEvolution, which continues to draw inspiration from Blake's visionary ideas and artistic vision.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough its rich and diverse content, this special issue offers a deep appreciation of William Blake's enduring legacy and his profound influence on the world of art and literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 234 x 156 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781526166364\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44099530064122,"sku":"9781526166364","price":32.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1670596545482_book.jpg?v=1670830498","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/bulletin-of-the-john-rylands-library-981-the-artist-of-the-future-age-william-blake-neoromanticism-counterculture-and-now-9781526166364","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}