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J. D. McClatchy Reads James Merrill

The New Yorker: Poetry

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Exploring W. B. Yeats' Poetry Style

The chapter delves into W. B. Yeats' poetic techniques, comparing his style to other renowned poets and discussing the creative process behind crafting a poem. It also reflects on the balance between structure and spontaneity in writing, emphasizing the importance of direction and form in guiding the narrative flow.

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