The Cutting of an Agate

Name: The Cutting of an Agate
Author: W. B. Yeats

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Yes — read The Cutting of an Agate by W. B. Yeats in English: the complete original text, with tap-to-translate on every word, audio narration, and saved vocabulary. Its CEFR level is C1. Start with a free sample.

CEFR level: C1
Length: 12 chapters
Format: The complete book

About this book

Discover the intricate artistry and profound symbolism behind shaping an agate as it mirrors the passionate efforts of Irish players forging a new national theatre amidst cultural rebirth and political upheaval. Explore the rich tapestry of Irish myths and heroic cycles intertwined with the spirit of a changing Ireland.

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It's the complete original text, exactly as W. B. Yeats wrote it — nothing rewritten or cut. The built-in translation, saved vocabulary and audio narration are what carry you through the original prose.

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