

A Dream by William Blake
Mar 15, 2020
Explore the symbolism and themes in William Blake's poem 'A Dream' within the context of English Romanticism. Delve into the concepts of innocence, experience, and imagination. Discover the allegorical nature of the ant's isolation and the glowworm's guiding light. Examine the portrayal of childhood innocence and tragedy in Romantic poetry, emphasizing the importance of imagination in creating a profound narrative.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Symbolism and Themes in William Blake's 'A Dream'
02:30 • 16min
Lost in Darkness: Symbolism of Isolation and Search
18:34 • 10min
Exploring the Symbolism of the Glowworm as a Guiding Light
28:12 • 2min
Exploring the Innocence and Tragedy of Childhood in Poetry
30:33 • 2min
Exploring the Significance of Imagination in Romantic Poetry
32:58 • 5min