Paul Muldoon on WB Yeats
Paul Muldoon recalls numerous pilgrimages to the rugged west coast of Ireland, where the remains of WB Yeats may or may not be buried, as per his poetical final request.
Five writers go on five reflective, restorative and often playful journeys in search of the final resting places of their literary heroes.
Today Paul Muldoon recalls numerous pilgrimages to the rugged west coast of Ireland, where the remains of WB Yeats may or may not be buried, as per his poetical final request.
Producer: Ciaran Bermingham
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- Tue 14 Jun 202222:45BBC Radio 3
- Tue 23 Apr 202421:45BBC Radio 3
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