02380cam a22003253u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500007001051000047001122450020001592640051001793000047002303360026002773370026003033380036003295000031003655080122003965201329005185340045018476530020018926530050019126530033019628560042019959990017020375795UtSlPG20260610133143.0mcr n260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aPR1 aYeats, W. B.q(William Butler),d1865-193914aThe Secret Rose 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2004 a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats atextbtxt2rdacontent acomputerbc2rdamedia aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier aRelease date is 2004-05-01 aText file produced by Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team HTML file produced by David Widger a"The Secret Rose" by W. B. Yeats is a collection of tales and poetic narratives likely composed in the late 19th century. This work intertwines themes of spirituality and the natural order, reflecting Yeats's dedication to exploring the complexities of human emotions and the myriad experiences of its characters. The stories within, while varying in style and form, collectively grapple with the conflict between the spiritual and the mundane, often drawing on Irish folklore and mythology to enhance their depth. At the start of "The Secret Rose," Yeats provides a dedication to A.E., underscoring the intimate connection between the themes of the book and the shared understanding of the emotional struggles of its characters. The opening excerpts introduce a range of intriguing figures, including a gleeman named Cumhal, who faces scorn and cruelty from members of a religious order. His plight highlights the clash between artistic expression and societal oppression, effectively setting the tone for the mystical and often tragic narratives that follow. The opening sets in motion Yeats’s exploration of the forgotten and marginalized voices, giving readers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of life, myth, and the pursuit of meaning in a world fraught with challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.) nOriginal publication data not identified aFantasy fiction aIreland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction aMythology, Celtic -- Fiction40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5795 c47821d47821