“For the good are always the merry, / Save by an evil chance,/ And the merry love the fiddle,/ And the merry love to dance: / And when the folk there spy me,/ They will all come up to me, / With,”Here is the fiddler of Dooney!” / And dance like a wave of the sea.”
Quote by William Butler Yeats
Work
The Collected Works of W.B. Yeats Vol X: Later Articles and Reviews: Uncollected Articles, Reviews, and Radio Broadcasts Written After 1900
The Collected Works of W.B. Yeats Vol X: Later Articles and Reviews: Uncollected Articles, Reviews, and Radio Broadcasts Written After 1900 is a scholarly compilation that includes a diverse range of writings by W.B. Yeats. These writings span various genres and topics, reflecting the poet's intellectual and artistic evolution. The collection includes previously unpublished articles and radio broadcasts, providing a unique insight into Yeats' thoughts and perspectives on contemporary issues and cultural events. The volume is an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Yeats's work, offering a rich and varied perspective on his later years. 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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