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The Chimney Sweeper
Read William Blake’s poem, “The Chimney Sweeper”(1789). What is this poem saying about humans and technological advances? In what ways has the condition that humanity finds itself in changed since Blake wrote his poem. Write a post of your thoughts about this poem.
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The Romantics
Research the characteristics and major themes of the Romantic poets. Focus especially on how they felt about the city. Write an essay exploring the secret of the good life? What obstacles stand in the way of a good life? Focus on one of these examples: William Blake – The Marriage of Heaven and Hell William Wordsworth…