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A Handbook Of Poetry

A Handbook Of Poetry

Joseph Edwards Carpenter

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Poesía
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9781436731683
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A Handbook of Poetry by Joseph Edwards Carpenter, published in 1868, is a comprehensive guide to the art of making English verse. The book is designed to be a clear and easy-to-understand manual, free of technical jargon, that provides readers with the tools they need to create beautiful and effective poetry. The book begins with an introduction that outlines the principles of poetry and the various forms that it can take. Carpenter then moves on to discuss the different elements of poetry, including meter, rhyme, and imagery. He provides detailed explanations of each element and offers examples to illustrate his points. In the second part of the book, Carpenter focuses on the different types of poetry, including sonnets, ballads, and odes. He provides a detailed analysis of each type of poetry, explaining the structure and characteristics of each form. Throughout the book, Carpenter emphasizes the importance of practice and experimentation in developing one’s skills as a poet. He provides exercises and writing prompts to help readers put the principles he discusses into practice. Overall, A Handbook of Poetry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of making English verse. It provides a clear and accessible guide to the technical aspects of poetry while also encouraging creativity and experimentation.To Which Is Added A New Poetical Anthology And A Concise Dictionary Of Proper Rhymes, With Lists Of Double And Single Rhymes And Terms Used In Poetry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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