The Hour Glass

Focusing on the life and contributions of William Butler Yeats, this description highlights his role as a key figure in 20th-century literature and the Irish Literary Revival. Yeats co-founded the Abbey Theatre and served as a Senator in the Irish Free State, showcasing his influence on both literature and politics. Born in Sandymount, Ireland, he developed an early interest in poetry, Irish legends, and the occult, which shaped his creative work throughout his life.