How Did Blake Feel London Was Heading?

In stark contrast to other famous romantic poets of his era, William Blake was a true-blue city fellow. Hailing from London, Blake saw the potential of the city, as well as its failings. Blake believed that London was capable of greatness that could rival Jerusalem, or infamy that could rival Babylon. Which direction did Blake feel London was heading? The poem “London” is a clear indication that Blake felt London was heading for ruin if people did not wake up and address the aspects of the city that were morally corrupt; in particular, the church and the government. “London” serves as a wake up call to petition reformative action from both the people of London, and the “authorities” which governed it. What is compelling about “London” is how