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Yeats, W. B. (William Butler)
1865
1939
Yeats, William Butler
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A Book of Irish Verse
Selected from modern writers, with an introduction and notes by W. B. Yeats
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"A Book of Irish Verse" by W. B. Yeats is a collection of poetry selected from modern Irish writers, compiled in the late 19th century. The anthology showcases various poems that delve into themes of love, nature, loss, and the Irish cultural experience, reflecting the rich literary tradition of Ireland. With an introduction and notes by Yeats, the work aims to highlight the beauty and emotional depth found in Irish verse. The opening portion of the book features a preface by Yeats, wherein he outlines the historical context and significance of modern Irish poetry. He discusses the challenges that Irish writers faced, balancing national pride and poetic integrity, while also addressing the various movements within Irish literature. Yeats introduces notable poets from the 18th and 19th centuries whose works are included, setting the stage for the anthology and establishing a framework for the reader to appreciate the selected poems, which are expected to evoke emotions tied to Irish identity and heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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English poetry -- Irish authors
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