W.B. Yeats "The Second Coming". Analysis of an Apocalyptic Poem

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• Anna Stumpe

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• Dizionari Linguistici e Libri di Testo
• Libri di testo

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Exploring the prophetic insights of William Butler Yeats, this seminar paper delves into his imaginative visions regarding civilization's collapse. It highlights Yeats's early 20th-century concerns about apocalyptic themes, particularly in the context of the Mesoamerican Long Count Calendar's end date of December 21, 2012. The paper connects Yeats's beliefs with contemporary interpretations of potential world-ending scenarios, emphasizing his unique perspective on societal breakdown and the cyclical nature of history.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2015

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