Mark Vernon

Books by Mark Vernon

Mark Vernon is a psychotherapist and writer, with degrees in physics, theology, and a PhD in Ancient Greek philosophy. Alongside William Blake, he has written books on The Divine Comedy, Christianity and spiritual intelligence. His journalism includes a column for The Idler. He podcasts and is a director of The Realisation Festival and also currently Philosopher in Residence at Broughton Sanctuary. He has worked at the Maudsley Psychiatric Hospital and was an Anglican priest.

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The best books on William Blake, recommended by Mark Vernon

Visionary, mystic, poet, etcher: the English artist William Blake (1757-1827) developed his own, highly distinct, style—but he was also in conversation with the artistic currents of his day, explains Mark Vernon, the author of a new philosophical exploration of Blake’s work. Here he highlights five books that will help you gain an understanding of William Blake’s life, work, and spiritual life.

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