Poet, painter, engraver and mystic, William Blake (1757-1827) is unequalled for the imaginary force and visionary power of his works. This work collects all the known documentary records relating to Blake's long and productive life. G.E. Bentley, the editor of the first edition of "Blake Records" and "Blake Records Supplement", brings together new and updated material on Blake's life, career, family, friends and patrons.