• Comparison of Theme between William Blake's Poems "The Tiger" and "The Lamb"

     

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Published: 15.12.1996.
Language: English
Level: Secondary school
Literature: n/a
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  • Essays 'Comparison of Theme between William Blake's Poems "The Tiger" and "The Lamb"', 1.
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Many poems written by the same author often have similar themes. The authors usually believe in something very strongly and their poems usually reflect such a nature. Sometimes poets reflect aspects of their personal life in their poems. In the poems 'The Lamb' and 'The Tiger', by William Blake, the poet discusses similar themes in both.
In the poem 'The Lamb', I interpret that William Blake discusses many points questioning creation and religion. He describes the lamb as being an object of innocence and fragility when he says 'Gave thee clothing of delight, Softest clothing, woolly, bright; Gave thee such a tender voice' (line 5). 'Blake develops an elaborate personal mythology that underlies virtually all symbolism and ideas in his work.' (Shilstone, p.223) Blake discusses that the creator of the lamb is also calls Himself a Lamb. …

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