A Golden Treasury of Irish Verse

A Golden Treasury of Irish Verse is a collection of the best Irish poetry from ancient times to the early twentieth century, featuring folklore and legend, translated from Gaelic, and selected by Lennox Robinson.

Format: Hardback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2024
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Originally published in 1925, A Golden Treasury of Irish Verse stands as an awe-inspiring and exquisitely crafted anthology, showcasing the finest of Irish poetry spanning from ancient times to the early twentieth century. Within its pages, one can encounter a rich tapestry of folklore and legend, often skillfully translated from Gaelic, with notable contributions from William Congreve, Thomas Moore, Moira ONeill, Katharine Tynan, Padraic Colum, and numerous other esteemed poets. The meticulous curation of this edition was undertaken by the Irish poet and dramatist Lennox Robinson, whose primary guiding principle for selection was the unwavering pursuit of excellence. Robinson acknowledges the invaluable assistance provided by W. B. Yeats and A. E. Housman in the process of choosing the poems and poets that would grace this remarkable collection.

Spanning a broad spectrum of themes, including love and loss, home and country, freedom and conflict, this beautifully produced collection of uplifting verse emerges as the perfect gift for poetry enthusiasts across the globe. Each poem within A Golden Treasury of Irish Verse is a testament to the profound artistry and emotional depth that characterize Irish poetry, making it a cherished treasure for generations to come.

Weight: 232g
Dimension: 104 x 158 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781035026579