English Verse: Specimens Illustrating its Principles and History: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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English Verse: Specimens Illustrating its Principles and History is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Alden, Raymond MacDonald (1873–1924).
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"English Verse: Specimens Illustrating its Principles and History" by Raymond MacDonald Alden is a scholarly collection of poetic examples written in the early 20th century. This work aims to provide materials for an inductive study of English verse forms, tailoring the content for educational purposes, particularly for university courses. The focus of the book revolves around the principles and historical development of English poetry, offering diverse textual samples along with annotations. The opening of the text sets the stage for an academic exploration of English verse, explaining the rationale behind the collection and detailing its structure. Alden emphasizes the inductive approach taken in compiling these specimens, alluding to the rich tradition of English poetry from early periods onward. He outlines the challenges of classifying verse forms and notes that the book includes various forms of commentary intended to make the chosen specimens more comprehensible, highlighting both the technical aspects of versification and the broader historical context. As readers proceed, they can expect an in-depth analysis of verse mechanics and a wealth of examples that illustrate the intricate relationship between form and meaning in English poetry.
Book and edition facts
- Title: English Verse: Specimens Illustrating its Principles and History
- Author credits: Alden, Raymond MacDonald (1873–1924)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- English language -- Versification
- English poetry
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Poetry
- Category: Teaching & Education
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