The Cutting of an Agate

William Butler Yeats (1865-1939) stands as a towering figure in the pantheon of 20th-century literature. His work, known for its lyrical beauty and potent symbolism, captures the complex intersection of mythology, politics, and personal introspection. Born in Dublin, Ireland, Yeats was instrumental in the Irish Literary Revival, fostering a renaissance of Irish culture and heritage through his lit...