Early memories; some chapters of autobiography by John Butler Yeats
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| Author | Yeats, John Butler, 1839-1922 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Yeats, W. B. (William Butler), 1865-1939 |
| Editor | Yeats, Elizabeth Corbet, 1868-1940 |
| LoC No. | 24002177 |
| Title | Early memories; some chapters of autobiography |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Early Memories; Some Chapters of Autobiography" by John Butler Yeats is an autobiographical work written in the early 20th century. The book explores the author's childhood, family life, and the formation of his artistic identity, influenced heavily by his relationships with family, particularly his father. It offers insights into Yeats' upbringing, the challenges he faced in his education, and reflections on his environment in Ireland. The opening of the autobiography begins with a poignant preface detailing the passing of Yeats' father, capturing the depth of familial bonds and how they sparked the author's introspective journey. Yeats recounts his childhood, illustrating the significant role his father played in nurturing his artistic inclinations, despite initially wanting him to pursue law. Through evocative memories, he depicts a blend of familial warmth, the struggles of an artistic temperament, and encounters with characters who shaped his understanding of life and creativity. The narrative also reveals his sense of loneliness during childhood, the influence of his mother, and the profound impact of early education on his artistic development. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Authors, Irish -- 19th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Yeats, John Butler, 1839-1922 |
| Subject | Portrait painters -- Ireland -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62893 |
| Release Date | Aug 9, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 88 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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