The Collected Letters of W. B. Yeats
Volume II: 1896-1900
(Author) W.B. YeatsDescribed by Seamus Heaney as `one of the great publishing events of the decade', The Collected Letters of W. B. Yeats is redefining the territory of modern literary history. Covering a formative period in Yeats's political career, and the beginning of his theatrical involvement, Volume II (1896-1900) is indispensable to anyone interested in modern poetry, Irish drama, and cultural history. Letter by letter Yeat's private concerns, artistic quarrels and exhausting political life are revealed. Rich and readable notes provide a narrative of these years, explaining allusions, and setting the correspondence in its cultural and political contexts, as well as relating it to the emergence of Yeats's canon.
W.B. Yeats
W.B. Yeats was an Irish poet, playwright, and one of the most prominent figures of 20th-century literature. Known for his lyrical and mystical poetry, Yeats's works often explored themes of mythology, symbolism, and the occult. Some of his most notable works include "The Tower," "The Wild Swans at Coole," and "The Second Coming."
Yeats played a significant role in the Irish Literary Revival and was a key figure in the development of modernist poetry. His poetic style combined traditional Irish folklore with modernist techniques, creating a unique and influential body of work that continues to inspire generations of poets and writers.
One of Yeats's most famous works is "The Lake Isle of Innisfree," a poem that reflects his deep connection to the Irish landscape and his longing for a simpler way of life. Yeats's contributions to literature, his innovative style, and his enduring influence make him a towering figure in the world of poetry and literature.
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