W. B. Yeats: A Life I: The Apprentice Mage 1865-1914

The book is in good condition with a sturdy hardcover binding. There is no dust jacket present. The pages are clean with no inscriptions or markings. The spine is intact with minimal wear, and the cover shows slight signs of handling but remains in excellent shape overall.

W. B. Yeats: A Life, I: The Apprentice Mage, 1865-1914 by R. F. Foster is published by Oxford University Press in 1997. This hardcover edition provides an in-depth exploration of the early life of the renowned Irish poet, W. B. Yeats, covering his formative years from 1865 to 1914. Foster, a distinguished historian, offers a detailed narrative that illuminates Yeats's development as a writer and public figure. The book is a crucial resource for those interested in Irish literature and history, offering insights into Yeats's influence on 19th and 20th-century literary movements. The copy at hand is well-preserved, though it lacks a dust jacket, making it a valuable addition for collectors and scholars seeking a comprehensive biography of Yeats.