“I am really sorry to see my countrymen trouble themselves about politics. If men were wise, the most arbitrary princes could not hurt them. If they are not wise, the freest government is compelled to be a tyranny. Princes appear to me to be fools. Houses of Commons and Houses of Lords appear to me to be fools; they seem to me to be something else besides human life.”
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William Blake, born in 1757, is celebrated for his unique artistic and literary contributions. His poetry often explores complex themes of innocence and experience, good and evil, and the human condition. Blake's paintings, which he referred to as 'illuminations,' are distinguished by their intricate detail and symbolic meaning. His work has had a lasting impact on various artistic movements and continues to inspire readers and artists alike. more
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