The Stolen Child

"The Stolen Child" is a poem by William Butler Yeats that explores the tension between the natural world and human life. It depicts children who are taken away by fairies or mystical beings to escape the complexities and hardships of human existence. The poem suggests a longing for innocence, freedom, and the enchantment of nature, contrasting it with the often burdensome reality of adult life. Overall, it reflects themes of escapism and the enduring allure of childhood and the mystical realm beyond ordinary perception.