ENGL 10B: Literatures in English, 1700 to 1850
Prof. SooShee
Question: Analyze the theme of individualism in William Blake's "Songs of
Innocence and Experience." How does Blake convey the tension between
individuality and societal norms in these poems?
Response: Blake's "Songs of Innocence and Experience" explores the dualities of
human experience, emphasizing the tension between individual innocence and
societal corruption. The poems reflect Blake's concern with the impact of societal
norms on individual freedom.
Question: Examine the impact of historical events, such as the French
Revolution, on literature of the Romantic period, using Percy Bysshe
Shelley's works as examples.
Response: The French Revolution profoundly influenced Romantic literature, and
Shelley's works, like "Prometheus Unbound," engage with themes of liberty, social
justice, and the transformative power of revolutionary ideals.
