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W.B. Yeats and His World by Eavan Boland and Micheál MacLiammóir is a richly illustrated and insightful exploration of the life, poetry, and influence of William Butler Yeats. Through a combination of biographical narrative, literary analysis, and historical context, the book examines Yeats’ journey from a young poet influenced by Irish mythology and mysticism to a Nobel laureate whose works shaped Irish literature and identity.
The authors present Yeats not only as a poet but also as a political thinker, dramatist, and visionary deeply involved in Ireland’s cultural revival. Accompanied by photographs, paintings, and archival materials, the book vividly brings to life the people, places, and events that shaped his artistic vision.
This work is an essential read for those interested in Yeats’ poetry, Irish literature, and the broader cultural movements that defined his era, offering both visual and intellectual depth to his enduring legacy.
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