For my paper, I intend to explore Yeats’ unique perception of the interpenetration of the past and the present in … More
Author: Abigail Mullins
The North Wall as a Passage to Freedom
This week I explored James Joyce’s collection of short stories titled “Dubliners.” In my past few diary entries, I have … More
Sacrifice and Civilization in Yeats’ Poetry
I have always had a fascination with the use of religious or spiritual motifs in literature. Yeats’ work is particularly … More
The National Theatre of Ireland
Today, during my virtual tour of Dublin, I had the pleasure of walking down the River Liffey to The Abbey … More
Natural Divinity and Gothic Elements in 19th Century Fiction
This week’s readings regarding the Irish Literary Revival, particularly Terrence Brown’s article Cultural Nationalism, have given me a better foundation … More
Middle Age Irish Arts and the Need for a Modern Revival
This week I was able to explore Merrion Square in Dublin through virtual reality tour and the many notable homes … More
Newgrange: The Neolithic Treasure
After viewing the neolithic remains of Newgrange through the virtual tour on voicesfromthedawn.com, I was immediately struck by the interesting … More
