Importance of the differences in Songs of Experience and Innocence Flashcards
1
Q
What do the collections represent?
A
The two contrary states of the human soul
2
Q
In which way does Blake explore opposites?
A
Explores the idea that they are very important aspects of Human existence and that humans are dependent on them
3
Q
What does Blake put great emphasis on in the poems?
A
One’s emotions and acting on desires and feelings
4
Q
What is innocence described as?
A
Free standing
5
Q
What is Experience described as?
A
Understandable
6
Q
Why does Blake avoid any attempt to draw any categories and catalysts for innocence and experience?
A
There are always exceptions to innocence and experience
