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America: a Prophecy, [Title page]

America: a Prophecy, [Title page]

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"America a Prophecy" is a poem by William Blake, and it was illustrated by Blake himself. Blake was a poet, painter, and printmaker, and he is known for his unique and visionary style of illustration. Blake's illustrations for "America a Prophecy" are in keeping with the themes of the poem and are characterized by their bold and imaginative style. Blake's illustrations for the poem are considered to be some of his most famous and influential works, and they continue to be celebrated as masterpieces of English Romantic art. "America a Prophecy" was published in 1793 as part of a collection of poems called "Songs of Experience." "America a Prophecy" is a visionary and apocalyptic poem that explores themes of freedom, revolution, and the nature of power. The poem is written in the form of a dream vision, and it describes the rise and fall of a great nation that is based on the principles of freedom and equality. "America a Prophecy" is considered a classic of English literature and is one of Blake's most famous and influential poems. "America a Prophecy" is also a composition for mezzo-soprano and orchestra with an optional chorus by the British composer Thomas Adès. The work was commissioned by the New York Philharmonic with financial contributions from the Francis Goelet Fund. It was given its world premiere by the mezzo-soprano Beth Clayton, the Westminster Symphonic Choir, and the New York Philharmonic under the direction of Kurt Masur at Avery Fisher Hall on November 11, 1999.

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1793 - 1793
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New York Public Library
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