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The Poetry Of W. B. Yeats
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- -The Poetry of W. B. Yeats is a wide‑ranging curated collection of poems from one of Ireland’s most influential literary figures, Nobel Prize–winning poet William Butler Yeats. This edition showcases Yeats’s evolution as a writer—from the dreamy romanticism and myth‑infused symbolism of his early years to the sharper, more philosophical, and politically reflective tone of his later works. The selection explores themes central to Yeats’s legacy: love and longing, national identity, Irish folklore, mystical belief systems, aging, personal transformation, and the shifting political landscape of Ireland.
- The collection highlights both well‑known and lesser‑known works, offering readers insight into Yeats's extraordinary emotional and stylistic range. Early poems draw heavily from Celtic mythology and spiritual imagery, creating a sense of longing and enchantment, while mid‑career pieces reflect his engagement with Irish nationalism, occult interests, and the complexities of modern life. His later poetry, marked by simplicity and clarity, often grapples with mortality, personal legacy, and the tension between body and spirit.
- Arcturus Publishing’s edition presents Yeats’s poetry in a clean, accessible format suitable for students, casual readers, and literary scholars. The selection offers a rich portrait of a poet whose influence spans modern Irish literature, world poetry, and the broader modernist movement. From The Lake Isle of Innisfree to Sailing to Byzantium, this edition captures the intellectual depth, musicality, and philosophical resonance that continue to define Yeats as one of the greatest poets of the 20th century.
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Country of Origin GB
Age 18+
Width 13.1 cm
Height 1.7 cm
Weight 174 g
Barcode 9781788287760