I thought I'd pick up a book of Yeats works and learn more about this famous poet - maybe even find a verse or two to put to music (since several of the quotes I'd come across really seemed appropriate for song). So I got of collection of Yeats poetry and began ... silly boy! I found I have no frame of reference. Yes in deed, many of the lyrical verses would make wonderful songs, and as I began to read, I began to recognize several as songs I'd heard years ago. Obviously, many have thought of this before me!

It seems I'd have done well to begin reading about Yeats, biography, critical references, etc. I'd like to know if any of our Mudcatters can help me develop a little background. Have you read/studied Yeats? Any pointers/comments?

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Yeats Poetry and Biography: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poets/william-butler-yeats