Why should we honour those that die upon the field of battle? A man may show as reckless a courage in entering into the abyss of himself.
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About William Butler Yeats
William Butler Yeats was a 19th-century Irish poet and playwright. William Butler Yeats was an Irish poet, dramatist, writer and literary critic who was one of the foremost figures of 20th-century literature. He was a driving force behind the Irish Literary Revival and, along with John Millington Synge and Lady Gregory, founded the Abbey Theatre, serving as its chief during its early years. Read more on Wikipedia →
Themes
- Courage — Facing fear, adversity, and uncertainty with bravery