
THE CUALA PRESS
Preface
Michael Robartes and the Dancer
Solomon and the Witch
An Image from a Past Life
Under Saturn
Easter, 1916
Sixteen Dead Men
The Rose Tree
On a Political Prisoner
A striking tapestry of verse unfolds, weaving together mythic legends, philosophical riddles and intimate dialogues. The poems move through dream‑laden encounters with knights, dragons and ancient deities, while the speaker’s voice shifts between questioning lover and contemplative sage. Vivid images of armor, glass mirrors and holy frescoes animate a world where the ordinary and the supernatural intersect, inviting listeners to linger on each layered symbol.
The collection’s tone balances wit with solemn wonder, probing the limits of knowledge, the nature of beauty, and the restless search for spiritual certainty. Through playful exchanges and solemn meditations, the poet presses the listener to consider how art, belief and desire shape perception. In its rich, lyrical language and haunting rhythms, the work offers a compelling invitation to explore the mysteries that linger just beyond the surface of everyday life.
Language
en
Duration
~34 minutes (33K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
Dublin: The Cuala Press, 1920.
Credits
Christopher Hapka. (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.)
Release date
Feb 18, 2024
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1865–1939
A defining voice of modern literature, this Irish poet and dramatist transformed folklore, mysticism, love, and political change into powerful verse and theater. His long, influential career earned him the 1923 Nobel Prize in Literature.
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