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William Butler Yeats was a renowned Irish poet, playwright, and politician. He was the son of John Butler Yeats and Susan Pollexfen. Yeats' work was heavily inf

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William Butler Yeats was a renowned Irish poet, playwright, and politician. He was the son of John Butler Yeats and Susan Pollexfen. Yeats' work was heavily influenced by Irish mythology and folklore, as well as by the works of William Shakespeare and John Keats. His poetry is known for its use of symbolism, imagery, and exploration of themes such as love, nature, and the human condition. Yeats was married to Georgie Hyde-Lees, and the couple had two children, Anne and Michael. Yeats' family was part of the Anglo-Irish aristocracy. His legacy continues to be felt today, with his work remaining widely studied and admired around the world.