Collection: William Butler Yeats

Shop rare books by W.B. Yeats, the Nobel Prize-winning Irish poet, playwright, and towering figure of 20th-century literature. William Butler Yeats (1865–1939) blended mysticism, politics, and romance to create a body of work that remains as haunting as it is beautiful.

Rare books by Yeats offer a glimpse into the soul of a man who helped shape modern Irish identity. From early collections steeped in Celtic myth to his later, more austere works, Yeats's poetry and prose capture the transformation of Ireland and the evolution of a singular artistic vision.

This collection includes a remarkable range of Yeats's most celebrated titles, including The Tower, The Winding Stair, Leda and the Swan, and The Wild Swans at Coole. Also featured are important collaborations and associated works, such as A Packet for Ezra Pound and Cathleen ni Houlihan. These editions, many published in limited runs or by notable presses, are presented in fine bindings and offer rich opportunities for both new and seasoned collectors.

Browse our selection of W.B. Yeats's rare editions at Shapero Rare Books today.