"The Chimney Sweeper" is a poem by William Blake that was published in his collection "Songs of Innocence" in 1789. The poem explores the harsh realities of child labor during the 18th-century Industrial Revolution, particularly focusing on the plight of young chimney sweepers. Blake portrays the innocence and naivety of the young chimney sweepers who are forced into this dehumanizing work. The children are depicted as hopeful and optimistic, finding solace in their camaraderie despite their difficult circumstances. The poem reflects on the exploitation of innocence in a society that allows such exploitation to persist.
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