The Wild Swans at Coole

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Exploring themes of love and the passage of time, this collection features W.B. Yeats' reflections on beauty and loss, particularly through the metaphor of swans. The poems encompass elegies, lyrics, and dialogues, revealing the poet's deep musings on aging and the fleeting nature of life. Yeats poignantly questions the inevitability of change and the emotional impact of watching beauty depart, creating a rich tapestry of thought-provoking poetry.