“I can forgive even that wrong of wrongs, Those undreamt accidents that have made me Seeing that Fame has perished this long while, Being but a part of ancient ceremony Notorious, till all my priceless things Are but a post the passing dogs defile.”
This volume includes a selection of poems written by the author during the latter part of their career, reflecting their evolving style and thematic concerns. more
William Butler Yeats was an Irish poet, dramatist, and essayist, considered one of the greatest poets of the 20th century. His poetry deeply reflected the nationalist sentiments of Ireland and also showcased rich imagination and profound philosophical thinking. Yeats' poetic style was versatile, evolving from early romanticism to late symbolism, and his works have had a profound impact on literature both in Ireland and around the world. more
“For what but eye and ear silence the mind With the minute particulars of mankind?”
“What if I bade you leave The cavern of the mind? There's better exercise In the sunlight and wind.”