The Hour Glass and Other Plays is a collection of four plays written by the renowned Irish poet and playwright, William Butler Yeats. The plays included in this collection are The Hour Glass, Cathleen ni Houlihan, The Pot of Broth, and The King's Threshold. The Hour Glass is a play set in medieval times that explores the theme of mortality and the fleeting nature of life. Cathleen ni Houlihan is a play that is steeped in Irish mythology and folklore and tells the story of a woman who appears to a family in need and inspires them to fight for their country's independence. The Pot of Broth is a comedic play that tells the story of a cunning beggar who tricks a woman into giving him a pot of broth. The King's Threshold is a play that explores the theme of political corruption and tells the story of a poet who is denied entry into the king's court and decides to take a stand against the corrupt government.Throughout the collection, Yeats showcases his mastery of language and his ability to weave together intricate plots and complex characters. The Hour Glass and Other Plays is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish literature, drama, or the works of William Butler Yeats.A Mystical Play Of Wisdom And Folly And The Approach Of Death.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.