1. William Blake: Songs of Innocence and Experience
... another woman besides his wife, who very well could be a virgin: hence, "bed of crimson joy" (Anthology, pg 25). "Dark secret love" also must pertain to a burning desire for someone else in the "night" (hidden relationship). This poem is found in Songs of Experience because obviously there is nothing "innocent" about his feelings ... more heartbroken than bitter. This poem envisions a life where the children can escape the exploitation as seen by line 13 and 14, "And by came an Angel who had a bright key, And he open'd the coffins and set them all free". Overall, The Songs of Innocence ...
- Word Count: 1237
- Approx Pages: 5
- Has Bibliography
- Grade Level: High School