Poems of William Blake

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Poems of William Blake

by William Blake

EN·~38 minutes·49 chapters

Chapters

49 total

THE SHEPHERD

0:21

THE ECHOING GREEN

0:47

THE LAMB

0:37

THE LITTLE BLACK BOY

1:18

THE BLOSSOM

0:16

THE CHIMNEY-SWEEPER

1:14

THE LITTLE BOY LOST

0:18

THE LITTLE BOY FOUND

0:19

LAUGHING SONG

0:34

A SONG

1:01
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Description

These verses open with a gentle, child‑like wonder that invites listeners to linger in the simple joys of nature and imagination. From the playful piping of a lamb‑song to the shepherd’s quiet devotion, the poems celebrate the innocence of youthful hearts and the quiet rhythms of rural life.

Interwoven with bright images of green fields, singing birds, and bright lambs, the collection also hints at deeper questions of identity, spirituality, and social contrast. Pieces like “The Little Black Boy” and “The Chimney‑Sweeper” introduce a tender compassion for those on society’s margins, while still holding onto hope and the promise of comfort.

Overall, the work offers a warm, lyrical journey that balances lighthearted celebration with thoughtful reflection, making it a comforting listen for anyone seeking both beauty and gentle insight.

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Language

en

Duration

~38 minutes (36K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

Jun 1, 1996

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

William Blake

William Blake

1757–1827

Best known for pairing dazzling imagination with sharp moral vision, this English poet, painter, and printmaker created works that still feel bold and strange today. His songs, prophecies, and illuminated books helped make him one of the most original voices of the Romantic age.

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