“Cats are oppressed, dogs terrify them, landladies starve them, boys stone them, everybody speaks of them with contempt. If they were human beings we could talk of their oppressors with a studied violence, add our strength to theirs, even organize the oppressed and like good politicians sell our charity for power.”
Quote by William Butler Yeats
Work
A Vision: The Revised 1937 Edition: The Collected Works of W.B. Yeats
This revised edition of W.B. Yeats' collected works features his most significant poems, plays, and essays, showcasing his literary contributions and exploration of Irish identity and the mystical. The collection includes the revised version of "A Vision", which is a key text in Yeats' philosophical and spiritual thought. more
Author
William Butler Yeats
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
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