What most interested me about Yeats was the repetition that artfully goes unnoticed in each of the poems. Its almost … More
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Religious Allusions and Anxiety
Yeats’ poem “Second Coming” is a truly interesting poem to read, with its dramatic analogies and historical relevance. Despite his … More
The Irish Airman’s Sacrifice for the Stone
In Yeats’ poem “Easter, 1916,” he explores the fight against British overtake and encapsulates the passion with which they yearn … More
Tension in the Literary Hemisphere
Through reading Yeats’ poems alone, it is evident that his work was essential within the Revivalist movement. Yeats’ ability to … More
Spirituality & Poetry
This week I decided to explore the exhibition titled The Life and Works of William Butler Yeats. After exploring the … More
It’s Christmastime Again, Charlie Brown
A deeper understanding and appreciation for the twenty-five-minute film It’s Christmastime Again Charlie Brown was the last thing I expected … More
Power, Lust, and Swans
TRIGGER WARNING: Sexual assault. Please read with caution if you are sensitive to this topic. The National Sexual Assault Hotline … More
Going with the Flow
Over this past week I really enjoyed spending time with Yeats and his beautiful and fascinating words. I particularly love … More
Fantasy Landscapes in Yeats’s Early Work
In this week’s readings, I felt particularly drawn to Yeats’s earlier work. “The Song of Wandering Aengus,” and “The Lake … More
Live Through Art
William Butler Yeats is by far one of the most influential poets of his time and maybe ever. From the … More