The Nuts of Knowledge: Lyrical Poems Old and New

Name: The Nuts of Knowledge: Lyrical Poems Old and New
Author: George William Russell

By George William Russell

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A collection of lyrical poems moves between quiet pastoral observation and charged mystical vision, meditating on immortality, desire, sacrifice, rest, and reconciliation. The speaker uses mythic and symbolic images—hazels, wells, sidhe, classical personae—to probe the soul's longing for beauty, knowledge, and union with a maternal or divine presence. Several pieces adopt a hermitlike solitude that balances gentle stillness with an insistence on moral will and inner courage. Old and newer lyrics are woven into a contemplative, symbolic sequence that privileges mood, image, and spiritual reflection over conventional narrative.

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George William Russell

George William Russell, also known by his pen name AE, was an influential Irish writer, poet, and painter active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is celebrated for his contributions to the Irish literary revival and his exploration of mystical themes. Russell's works often reflect his deep interest in spirituality and the natural world, as seen in notable titles such as "Imaginations and Reveries" and "The National Being: Some Thoughts on an Irish Polity." His poetry is characterized by lyrical beauty and philosophical depth, making him a significant figure in Irish literature.