Easter, 1916
Easter, 1916 is a poem by William Butler Yeats, written in response to the Easter Rising in Ireland. Published in 1920, it reflects Yeats's complex feelings about the events and individuals involved in the uprising. The poem is notable for its exploration of themes such as nationalism, sacrifice, and transformation, capturing the tension between Yeats's admiration for the rebels and his ambivalence towards violence. It remains a significant work in modern Irish literature.
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