“Why should we honour those that die upon the field of battle? A man may show as reckless a courage in entering into the abyss of himself.”
Quote by William Butler Yeats
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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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“Joy is of the will which labours, which overcomes obstacles, which knows triumph.”
Source: The Collected Works of W.B. Yeats Vol. III: Autobiogra
“Nor dread nor hope attend a dying animal; a man awaits his end dreading and hoping all.”
“The only business of the head in the world is to bow a ceaseless obeisance to the heart.”
Source: The Letters of W.B. Yeats
“I think you can leave the arts, superior or inferior, to the conscience of mankind.”
“Accursed who brings to light of day the writings I have cast away.”
Source: The Collected Works of W. B. Yeats: Volume I: The Poems, 2nd Edition