Convention and Revolt in Poetry

'Convention and Revolt in Poetry' is a profound and influential exploration of the perpetual tension between established literary tradition and the creative urge for innovation. Written by the esteemed scholar John Livingston Lowes, this work investigates the cyclic nature of poetic evolution, examining how artistic forms arise, become conventionalized, and are eventually challenged by revolutionary new movements.Lowes provides a masterful analysis of the relationship between the poet and their craft, arguing that true originality is often a subtle transformation of the commonplace rather than a total break from the past. He delves into the mechanics of verse, the nature of poetic diction, and the ways in which the avant-garde of one generation inevitably becomes the standard for the next. By tracing the history of English verse, the author illuminates the constant flux of the medium, offering readers a deeper understanding of why poets must both respect and resist the conventions of their time.This volume serves as an essential resource for students of literature, critics, and writers alike. It offers a timeless perspective on the development of aesthetic style and the enduring power of language to reinvent itself through the dual forces of stability and change.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.