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To Return to All That: An Autobiography
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Biographies GeneralLiterary FiguresIrish History
ISBN13: 9781026046487
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 362
Weight: 1.12
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
To Return to All That: An Autobiography provides an insightful and spirited account of the life of Alfred Perceval Graves, a leading figure in the Irish literary revival and a celebrated poet and songwriter. Written as a measured response to his son Robert Graves' famous memoir, Goodbye to All That, this work offers a different vantage point on the family's history, the values of the Victorian and Edwardian eras, and the cultural shifts of the early 20th century.
The narrative explores Graves' multifaceted career as a school inspector, his deep involvement in the preservation of Irish folk songs, and his interactions with the prominent intellectual and literary circles of his day. Through his recollections, Graves paints a vivid picture of the Anglo-Irish experience, balancing personal anecdotes with broader cultural reflections. The work serves as a valuable historical document, capturing the professional and private life of a man dedicated to education and the arts. To Return to All That: An Autobiography is essential reading for those interested in Irish history, literary biography, and the complex generational dialogues that shaped modern literature.
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