Isbn: 9781331778431 - a system of english versification: containing rules for the structure of the different kinds of verse; illustrated by numerous examples from the best poets (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive treatise on English versification, mapping out the fundamental patterns and structures that underlie the art of poetry in the English language. The author provides a historical context for English verse, tracing its evolution and highlighting the contributions of major poets throughout the centuries. The book delves into the technical aspects of versification, examining different types of feet, lines, and stanzas, and exploring the ways in which these elements can be combined to create specific rhythmic effects. Moreover, the author analyzes the interplay between sound and meaning, demonstrating how poets use metrical patterns to enhance the emotional impact and thematic resonance of their work. Through its detailed analysis and numerous examples drawn from classic and contemporary poetry, this book provides a valuable resource for students, scholars, and lovers of poetry, offering a profound understanding of the intricacies and subtleties of English versification. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…