"Four Quartets" is a collection of four interconnected poems written by T.S. Eliot. Published in 1943, the work explores themes of time, spirituality, and the nature of existence. Each quartet is named after a location significant to Eliot, reflecting his personal experiences and philosophical inquiries.
The four sections are titled "Burnt Norton," "East Coker," "The Dry Salvages," and "Little Gidding." Through rich imagery and complex language, Eliot delves into the relationship between the past, present, and future, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's place in the world. The poems are considered a significant contribution to modernist literature.