Ideas Of Good And Evil

Ideas of Good and Evil is a collection of essays and lectures by the renowned Irish poet and writer, William Butler Yeats. The book was first published in 1903 and contains some of Yeats' most important and influential works. In the book, Yeats explores the themes of morality, spirituality, and the human condition. He draws on a wide range of sources, including Irish folklore, Eastern philosophy, and Christian mysticism, to develop his ideas about good and evil.The essays in Ideas of Good and Evil cover a variety of topics, including the nature of art, the role of the poet in society, and the relationship between the individual and the collective. Yeats also delves into the symbolism and mythology that he used in his own poetry, explaining the significance of figures such as Cuchulainn and the Sidhe.Throughout the book, Yeats presents a complex and nuanced view of the world, one that acknowledges the existence of both light and darkness, good and evil. He argues that it is the poet's role to navigate these opposing forces and to help others find meaning and purpose in their lives.Ideas of Good and Evil is a seminal work in Yeats' oeuvre and remains a powerful exploration of the human experience. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of art, spirituality, and philosophy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.