Hardback, Cambridge University Press, 1993,Elizabeth Butler Cullingford’s analysis of gender and history in Yeats’s love poetry illuminates the intricate interplay between personal desire and broader socio-political narratives. She argues that Yeats’s portrayals of women are deeply entwined with his nationalist aspirations and historical consciousness, where feminine figures often symbolize both the muse and the nation itself. Through her critique, Cullingford reveals how Yeats navigates the tensions between masculine authority and female representation, challenging traditional gender roles while embedding his love poetry within the historical struggles of Ireland. This approach not only enriches the understanding of Yeats's poetic symbolism but also underscores the complex ways gender and history are interwoven in literary expression.
Hardback, Cambridge University Press, 1993,Elizabeth Butler Cullingford’s analysis of gender and history in Yeats’s love poetry illuminates the intricate interplay between personal desire and broader socio-political narratives. She argues that Yeats’s portrayals of women are deeply entwined with his nationalist aspirations and historical consciousness, where feminine figures often symbolize both the muse and the nation itself. Through her critique, Cullingford reveals how Yeats navigates the tensions between masculine authority and female representation, challenging traditional gender roles while embedding his love poetry within the historical struggles of Ireland. This approach not only enriches the understanding of Yeats's poetic symbolism but also underscores the complex ways gender and history are interwoven in literary expression.
Very good condition first edition, with clean and crisp dust jacket - overall very good copy
