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Unlock the patterns behind English verse and how rhythm shapes meaning. This concise study examines how word forms, syllables, and accents drive the structure of English poetry, offering clear insights into how poets craft rhythm and tone.
In accessible language, the book frames how monosyllabic and dissyllabic vocabularies influence verse, how foot and word interact, and how weighting and pronunciation shifts affect technique. It presents a method for analyzing vocabulary, word-forms, and their impact on the reading of poetry without getting lost in theory.
- Learn how types of vocabularies influence rhythm and the feel of a poem
- See how the number and arrangement of word-forms shape verse construction
- Explore the role of secondary accents and weighting in long versus short poems
- Understand how historical changes in pronunciation affect prosody and style
Ideal for readers of literary studies, poetry enthusiasts, and students curious about the mechanics behind verse.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the relationship between phonetics and metrics, arguing that a phonetic study of word structure can revolutionize our understanding of verse. The author posits three distinct vocabulary types based on their syllabic complexity, each presenting unique technical challenges for poets. Detailed analysis of poems by renowned figures like Milton, Tennyson, and Swinburne illustrates how these complexities shape rhythm, accent, and the overall structure of verse. By examining the intricate interplay between phonetic elements and metrical patterns, this book offers a fresh perspective on the art of poetry, revealing the profound influence of language on its musicality and expressive power. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332324064_0
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