Der Essay behandelt die schwierige Situation des jungen Yeats zwischen Literatur und Politik der 1890er Jahre in Irland.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Essay Question 2: 'Yeats's early work dances an elaborate gavotte between patriotism and Aestheticism.' Discuss.
- Patriotism and Aestheticism in Yeats's Early Work
- The Formation of a Nationalist Literature
- The Synthesis of Irishness and Aestheticism
- Dhoya (1891) - A Case Study
- The Lake Isle of Innisfree (1890) - Transcendentalism and Irish Identity
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay aims to explore the intertwining of patriotism and Aestheticism in the early work of W.B. Yeats. It examines how Yeats navigated these influences, drawing upon his personal experiences, his reading of classic British Romanticists and Irish nationalist thinkers, and his immersion in the Irish Literary Revival.
- Yeats's early literary career and the development of his aesthetic vision
- The influence of Irish nationalism and the Irish Literary Revival on Yeats's work
- The synthesis of patriotism and Aestheticism in Yeats's poetry and prose
- The role of Irish mythology and history in Yeats's work
- The influence of transcendentalism and the idea of a solitary artistic life
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- This chapter establishes the context for the discussion by defining Yeats's "early work" and introducing the key figures and influences that shaped his artistic development. It highlights the interplay between patriotism and Aestheticism in Yeats's writing, showcasing his embrace of Irish nationalism and his simultaneous engagement with Romantic literary traditions.
- This chapter focuses on Yeats's growing commitment to shaping a national literature that reflects Irish identity and contributes to the political struggle for Ireland's freedom. It examines the impact of key figures like John O'Leary and Standish O'Grady on Yeats's artistic vision and explores the emerging themes of Irishness and the power of mythology in his work.
- This chapter explores the specific ways in which Yeats blended his patriotic ideals with his aesthetic sensibilities, showcasing the fusion of Irish mythology and Romantic aesthetics in his writing. It provides an in-depth analysis of his first published work of prose, "Dhoya," demonstrating how Yeats incorporated Irish themes and characters into a new genre.
- This chapter analyzes Yeats's iconic poem "The Lake Isle of Innisfree," highlighting its profound connection to Irish identity and its exploration of transcendentalist themes. It demonstrates how Yeats used his personal experiences and his reading of Thoreau to craft a powerful expression of artistic longing and the pursuit of a solitary life in nature.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This essay focuses on the key concepts of patriotism, Aestheticism, Irish nationalism, Irish Literary Revival, Irish mythology, Romantic tradition, transcendentalism, and the artistic quest for a solitary life. It examines the interplay of these concepts within the early works of W.B. Yeats, highlighting the influence of figures such as John O'Leary, Standish O'Grady, and David Thoreau on Yeats's artistic development.
- Citation du texte
- Markus Büssecker (Auteur), 2007, Essay on William Butler Yeats, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/88578
