What is “Sailing to Byzantium”?

"Sailing to Byzantium" is the name of a poem written by William Butler Yeats.

The poem is about the agony of old age and explores themes such as immortality, art and the human spirit. 

"Sailing to Byzantium" is also the name of a blog written by John Puccio.

The blog is not nearly as good as the poem.

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PS: We also encourage you to read the poem.