W.B. Yeats: A Beginner's Guide - Softcover

Startup, Frank

 
9780340846469: W.B. Yeats: A Beginner's Guide

Synopsis

This guide offers an introduction to the much-loved Irish writer whose interests ranged from the occult to politics. Focusing on W.B. Yeats' poetry, it also pays attention to the range of his work, including plays, essays, and short stories, and provides an outline of critical reactions, both past and present.

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From the Publisher

This handy series from Headway offers brief yet lucid introductions to the world’s cultural icons. Each book examines the life, the work, and the legends surrounding its subject, and key terms and concepts are highlighted and clearly explained. Additionally, each chapter ends with a review section for easy reference and to help consolidate the reader’s understanding of the text.

About the Author

Frank Startup is Head of English at Mill Chase Community School, Hampshire. He lectures regularly at Grayshott Literary Festival and at literary weekends, reading groups, etc.

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