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TED Talks
TED: Can a computer write poetry? | Oscar Schwartz
If you read a poem and feel moved by it, but then find out it was actually written by a computer, would you feel differently about the experience? Would you think that the computer had expressed itself and been creative, or would you...
Curated Video
The Radical World of William Blake Part 5: The Role of Authority in Society
The video explores the thematic concerns of authority in William Blake's Songs of Innocence and of Experience. It contrasts the nurturing and protective authority figures in Innocence with the oppressive and restrictive figures in...
Curated Video
The Radical World of William Blake Part 4: The Tiger and the Lamb
"The Tiger" and "The Lamb" are two contrasting poems by William Blake that explore different perspectives on God and the world. While "The Tiger" questions the ferocity and contradictions of God's creation, "The Lamb" portrays God as a...
Curated Video
The Radical World of William Blake Part 3: Visions and Contradictions
William Blake, a visionary poet and artist, experienced profound encounters with angels, demons, and spiritual beings, which he expressed through his poetry with unwavering conviction. His work challenges conventional perceptions of...
Curated Video
The Radical World of William Blake Part 2: Songs of Innocence and of Experience
Songs of Innocence and of Experience by William Blake is a poetic masterpiece that delves into the contrasting states of the human soul. Through two collections published in 1789 and 1794, Blake explores themes of innocence and...
Curated Video
The Radical World of William Blake Part 1: An Introduction
The revolutionary spirit of William Blake comes through clearly in his iconic collection, Songs of Innocence and of Experience. With his seemingly simple nursery rhymes, Blake challenges authority, questions the church and monarchy, and...
Curated Video
‘The Chimney Sweeper’: a protest against child labour
Pupil outcome: I can explain why and how William Blake took a stand against child labour. Key learning points: - The Industrial Revolution created great wealth and great poverty. - Young children were used to sweep the chimneys of houses...
Amor Sciendi
Analysis of William Blake's "Tyger" poem | AmorSciendi
This video is an analysis of William Blake’s poem “Tyger” from the Songs of Experience with an emphasis on narrative voice and narrative distance. <br/>
Amor Sciendi
The Case for William Blake | AmorSciendi
This video is the case for William Blake. I didn’t always have a way into the study of Blake, but a sculpture outside of the British Library gave me a path better understand and love the colorful prints of William Blake.
Bloomberg
Bloomberg Big Decisions Ken Burns: Kristofferson Country Music
Sep.25 -- Filmmaker Ken Burns discusses the illustrious career of Kris Kristofferson - who's featured as part of Burns' newest documentary "Country Music".
Curated Video
The secrets of Babylon go on show
Babylon ruins 85km south of Baghdad - 18 September 2008
1. Wide of Processional Way in Babylon
city
2. Medium of Processional Way in Bab
ylon city
3....
1. Wide of Processional Way in Babylon
city
2. Medium of Processional Way in Bab
ylon city
3....
Curated Video
British Library digitising its collection
AP Television
London, UK - August 18,
2011
1. Pull of book
s on shelf
2. Mid tilt up
of book shelves
3. Mid of man
opening book on...
London, UK - August 18,
2011
1. Pull of book
s on shelf
2. Mid tilt up
of book shelves
3. Mid of man
opening book on...
Curated Video
NORTHERN IRELAND: ENNISKILLEN: BOMB ATTACK SCARES OFF TOURISTS
English/Nat
One week ago on Sunday - July 14 - the picturesque town of Enniskillen in Northern Ireland was rocked by a massive
bomb.
The blast destroyed the front of...
One week ago on Sunday - July 14 - the picturesque town of Enniskillen in Northern Ireland was rocked by a massive
bomb.
The blast destroyed the front of...
Curated Video
DANNY BOYLE, STEPHEN DALDRY HOLD PRESS BRIEFING ON PLANS FOR OLYMPICS OPENING CEREMONY
The 2012 London Olympics will open in an English meadow, complete with cows and sheep, a cricket match - and that typical English summer music motif, a mosh pit.
Danny Boyle, artistic director of the...
Danny Boyle, artistic director of the...
Curated Video
UPDATE Celebrity lunchboxes auctioned for charity with Michael Stipe and Mark Ronson
AP Entertainment
New York, 6 December
2007
1. Wide pan l
unchboxes
2. CU walking s
hot lunchboxes
3. Push in El
ton John's lunchbox
4. MS Michael Stipe
pointing to his...
New York, 6 December
2007
1. Wide pan l
unchboxes
2. CU walking s
hot lunchboxes
3. Push in El
ton John's lunchbox
4. MS Michael Stipe
pointing to his...
Curated Video
ENTERTAINMENT DAILY: ENT3- BLAKE
English/Nat
Part genius, part madman, the unique and innovative artist and poet WILLIAM BLAKE (1757-1827) is the subject the of a major new exhibition in Lo
ndon.
Although largely overlooked in his time,...
Part genius, part madman, the unique and innovative artist and poet WILLIAM BLAKE (1757-1827) is the subject the of a major new exhibition in Lo
ndon.
Although largely overlooked in his time,...
Curated Video
FRANCE: CANNES FILM FESTIVAL UPDATE
Cannes, France - 15-16 May, 1998 and clips
APTV - May 16,
1998
1. Wide exterior shot
of Cannes
2. Mid shot of police car driving past cinema with fil
m festival sign
3....
APTV - May 16,
1998
1. Wide exterior shot
of Cannes
2. Mid shot of police car driving past cinema with fil
m festival sign
3....
British Library
British Library: William Blake's Printing Process
Michael Phillips demonstrates William Blake's printing process, explaining how it relates to his work as a poet and artist. [8:09]
British Library
British Library: William Blake's Spiritual Visions
Iain Sinclair visits William Blake's grave and discusses the spiritual visions that made up such a significant part of his life and work. [6:24]
British Library
British Library: William Blake's Radicalism
Iain Sinclair explores the historical background of William Blake's radical writings. [7:27]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Literature Meets Art: Maurice Sendak Inspired by William Blake
This video [5:09] brought to you by Tate.org.uk. Maurice Sendak, the creative genius behind 'Where the Wild Things Are,' was a writer and illustrator whose work has been seen by millions of people all over the world. In this video,...