I have spread my dreams under your feet;Tread softly because you tread on my dreams …Some of the most famous lines in Irish poetry come from the pen of William Butler Yeats, poet, patriot, dramatist and senator. This illustrated collection of forty of his best-loved works, on Love, Politics, Old Age, Myth and Legend includes people, places and events that were important to him.

Irish Fairy Tales is a collection of 14 Irish stories edited by W. B. Yeats. Originally published in 1892, this collection is beautifully narrated by John Dunleavy and includes Yeats' notes and his "Classification of Irish Fairies"

Bringing the spirit and beauty of Yeats's writing to a whole new young audience!This sumptuously illustrated book complements the carefully selected works of W.B. Yeats, which include poems, stories, a letter from childhood, and an account of his daughter Anne's memories of childhood.Including unpublished work, this gorgeous book draws on Yeats's preoccupation with magic, fairy lore, place, family and childhood. A mystical and magical tone that pervades the...

One of the most famous poets of the 20th century, W.B. Yeats (1865-1939) was so popular and renowned during his time that he was the leader of what came to be known as the Irish Literary Revival, on the strength of his short stories and vivid poetry. Eventually it would lead to his winning a Nobel Prize in 1923. Its no surprise that Ireland loved its home grown son; the Nobel Prize Committee credited him for inspired poetry, which in a highly artistic form gives expression to the spirit of a ...

This set comprises of 40 volumes covering nineteenth and twentieth century European and American authors. These volumes will be available as a complete set, mini boxed sets (by theme) or as individual volumes.This second set compliments the first 68 volume set of Critical Heritage published by Routledge in October 1995.

W. B. Yeats's *The Hour Glass* is a profound exploration of the themes of fate, time, and the human condition, skillfully encapsulated within the framework of a dramatic one-act play. The narrative unfolds through the lens of a timeless dialogue between a father and a son, where Yeats employs a lyrical and evocative style, indicative of his broader poetic oeuvre. The play draws from the rich symbolism and mystical motifs that characterize Yeats's later works, integrating elements of the es...

In "Reveries over Childhood and Youth," W. B. Yeats intricately weaves a tapestry of autobiographical reflections that explore the formative experiences of his early life. Written in a lyrical and introspective style, this collection transcends mere memoir, delving into the themes of memory, identity, and the passage of time. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century Ireland, Yeats captures the essence of a nation grappling with its cultural heritage, all while examining the interplay ...

In "Ideas of Good and Evil," W. B. Yeats presents a profound exploration of morality, images of existence, and the dichotomy between good and evil. Written during a period of intense philosophical questioning at the turn of the 20th century, this collection of essays combines Yeats's mastery of poetic language with a rigorous philosophical inquiry into the nature of truth and ethics. His literary style, characterized by rich symbolism and lyrical prose, invites readers to ponder the comple...

In "Per Amica Silentia Lunae," W. B. Yeats navigates the intricate interplay between the personal and the mystical, delving into themes of love, loss, and the transcendental. The collection is rife with rich symbolism and allusions to the esoteric traditions that captivated Yeats throughout his life. His lyrical style, characterized by vivid imagery and musicality, invites readers into a contemplative space where the boundaries between the earthly and the ethereal blur. This work is an ess...

International folkloristics is a worldwide discipline in which scholars study various forms of folklore ranging from myth, folktale, and legend to custom and belief. Twenty classic essays, beginning with a piece by Jacob Grimm, reveal the evolving theoretical underpinnings of folkloristics from its nineteenth century origins to its academic coming-of-age in the twentieth century. Each piece is prefaced by extensive editorial introductions placing them in a historical and intellectual conte...

W. B. Yeats's "Two Plays for Dancers" presents a remarkable fusion of poetry, drama, and choreography, offering fresh interpretations of classical themes through a modernist lens. The collection features 'The Land of Heart's Desire' and 'The Only Jealousy of Emer,' both exemplifying Yeats's unique ability to blend lyrical language with the visceral energy of movement. Written during a period of intense cultural revival in Ireland, these plays highlight Yeats's engagement with the burgeonin...

In "The Wild Swans at Coole," W. B. Yeats intertwines themes of nature, loss, and the passage of time through a beautifully lyrical and contemplative style. Set against the backdrop of Coole Park, the poem reflects on the changing seasons and the fleeting essence of youth, as the poet observes the grace of swans gliding over the water. Yeats employs rich imagery and rhythmic cadences, encapsulating the emotions associated with nostalgia and the inevitable transience of life, thus situating...