Aedh Wishes for the Cloths of Heaven
William Butler Yeats"Aedh Wishes for the Cloths of Heaven" is a poem written by William Butler Yeats. It has been read by LibriVox volunteers in nine different recordings, and was featured as a weekly poetry project in December 2006. The poem speaks of Aedh's desire to possess the beautiful cloths of heaven, embroidered with golden and silver light. The poem's eloquent language and vivid imagery convey the longing of the speaker for something beyond his reach. This poem is a powerful example of Yeats' skill as a poet and his ability to evoke strong emotions through his writing.
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