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The Secret Rose

by William Butler Yeats
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Overview

Arranged in chronological sequence by the preeminent Yeats authority A. Norman Jeffares, this collection displays the timeless depth and range of Yeats' romantic poetry. The Introduction offers a biographical sketch of Yeats, detailing the significant people and events of his life. 156 pp.

Synopsis

Offers a glimpse of all Yeats' styles--beginning with his youthful romantic idealism and ending with his more outspoken, sardonic treatment of sexuality.

Booknews

Comprises poems arranged chronologically into three sections: romantic idealism (early poems); romantic realism (poems from the next 15 years); and complex harmonies (poems inspired by the poet's wife). Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknew.com)

About the Author, William Butler Yeats

A. Norman Jeffares is widely recognized as the world's foremost authority on Yeats. He lives in Edinburgh, Scotland.

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Booknews

Comprises poems arranged chronologically into three sections: romantic idealism (early poems); romantic realism (poems from the next 15 years); and complex harmonies (poems inspired by the poet's wife). Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknew.com)

Irish American Magazine

The Secret Rose is a beautifully produced book.

The Bookwatch

Students of Yeats will find this a "must" guide.

Irish Gael

For the oul romantic in you this wee book might just do the job.

Book Details

Published
February 1, 2008
Publisher
Dodo Press
Pages
60
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9781406593242

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