William Butler Yeats
1865 - 1939
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Biography
William Butler Yeats (1865-1939) was an Irish poet, playwright, and one of the leading figures of the 20th-century literary world. He co-founded the Abbey Theatre in Dublin and played a pivotal role in the Irish literary revival. Yeats was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1923 for his poetic works, which reflect his deep interest in Irish mythology, symbolism, and mysticism. His poetry explores themes of love, nature, aging, and the quest for spiritual enlightenment.
Famous Quotes (5)
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Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.
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The world is full of magical things patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper.
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Think like a wise man but communicate in the language of the people.
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There are no strangers here; Only friends you haven't yet met.
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Do not wait to strike till the iron is hot, but make it hot by striking.