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A 4 page essay that focuses on two principal influences on the poetry of W.B. Yeats -- romanticism and his long relationship with Irish political activist Maude Gonne. The writer also discusses how the "Wild Swans at Coole" reflects Yeats' romanticism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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influences in detail; however, it does afford the opportunity to address two of the principal influences on Yeats verse, that is, the influence of his long relationship with Maude Gonne
and the lingering Romanticism that characterizes much of his poetry. While Yeats is largely thought of as a twentieth century poet, it should be remembered that he was thirty-five
years old when the century began and his roots were firmly in the previous era (Haskell, 2001). In large part, Yeats greatness comes from his successfully combining selected twentieth century
beliefs, values and literary techniques with the prevalent features of nineteenth century romanticism. In fact, Haskell (2001) asserts that "It took courage for Yeats to work his way out of
nineteenth century sentimentality and late-Romanticism" into the "tautness and energy" of his later work (p. 168). Features of Yeats romanticism include his interest in mysticism and the occult, as well
as his dedication to nature and sense of place in regards to certain locations that appear repeatedly in his poetry, such as Coole Park. Yeats managed and wrote plays
for the Abbey Theatre, which was owned by Lady Augusta Gregory (Haskell, 2001). For many years, he spent summers at her estate, Coole Park. Allison (2001) points out that Yeats
sense of landscape and, in particular, his sense of certain locales as cherished landmarks ("even sacred places") is inevitably linked to his ideas of home and nation (p. 55). For
example, in his poem, "The Wild Swans at Coole," Yeats contemplative thoughts, as he regards the swans, shifts from consideration of their beauty towards inner contemplation. I have
looked upon those brilliant creatures, And now my heart is sore. Alls changed since I, hearing at twilight, The first time on this shore, The bell-beat of their
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