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"The Tyger"

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Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

"The Tyger" is a poem written by William Blake that explores the nature of creation and existence through questioning the origins and characteristics of a tiger. It delves into themes such as good versus evil, beauty versus violence, and the complexity of the natural world.

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