
Celtic Twilight
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In "Celtic Twilight," W.B. Yeats weaves a tapestry of Irish folklore and personal reflection. Through a series of essays and memoirs, he presents a vivid portrait of the Irish countryside and its people, highlighting the lingering presence of ancient beliefs and the magical aura that pervades the land. Yeats recounts his encounters with storytellers, healers, and individuals steeped in the lore and traditions of their ancestors. He shares their tales of faeries, spirits, and ancient customs, exploring the interconnectedness of the natural world and the supernatural realm. Through Yeats's prose, readers experience the captivating power of myth, legend, and the enduring influence of the Celtic spirit on Irish culture.Book Details
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William Butler Yeats
Ireland
William Butler Yeats was an English-language Irish poet, dramatist, prose writer and one of the foremost figures of 20th-century literature. A pillar of the Irish literary establishment, he helped to...
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