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Title: Seven Poems and a Fragment

Note: Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

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Summary: "Seven Poems and a Fragment" by W. B. Yeats is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. This work encapsulates Yeats's reflections on themes such as spirituality, love, mortality, and societal changes, showcasing his deep engagement with the human condition and the past. The collection features a mixture of contemplative and vivid imagery, capturing the essence of Yeats's style and philosophical explorations. The poems within the collection delve into various subjects: "All Souls' Night" evokes the presence of the dead amidst a midnight gathering, while "Thoughts Upon the Present State of the World" critiques contemporary society with a tone of disillusionment. Other pieces like "A Prayer for My Son" convey personal desires for protection and peace, resonating with parental love. "Cuchulain the Girl and the Fool" explores themes of beauty and worth through a dialogue between characters, and "The Wheel" reflects on the cyclical nature of life. Each poem presents a distinct voice and perspective, weaving together Yeats's insights into life, death, and the cultural landscape of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Yeats, W. B. (William Butler), 1865-1939

EBook No.: 31959

Published: Apr 12, 2010

Downloads: 70

Language: English

Subject: English poetry -- Irish authors

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Seven Poems and a Fragment

Note: Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Marius Masi, Meredith Bach and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "Seven Poems and a Fragment" by W. B. Yeats is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. This work encapsulates Yeats's reflections on themes such as spirituality, love, mortality, and societal changes, showcasing his deep engagement with the human condition and the past. The collection features a mixture of contemplative and vivid imagery, capturing the essence of Yeats's style and philosophical explorations. The poems within the collection delve into various subjects: "All Souls' Night" evokes the presence of the dead amidst a midnight gathering, while "Thoughts Upon the Present State of the World" critiques contemporary society with a tone of disillusionment. Other pieces like "A Prayer for My Son" convey personal desires for protection and peace, resonating with parental love. "Cuchulain the Girl and the Fool" explores themes of beauty and worth through a dialogue between characters, and "The Wheel" reflects on the cyclical nature of life. Each poem presents a distinct voice and perspective, weaving together Yeats's insights into life, death, and the cultural landscape of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Yeats, W. B. (William Butler), 1865-1939

EBook No.: 31959

Published: Apr 12, 2010

Downloads: 70

Language: English

Subject: English poetry -- Irish authors

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.