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Master the patterns of English verse with a clear, analytical guide to metre and rhythm. Understand how rhythm, stress, and pauses shape poetry for readers at every level.
This book presents a rigorous, yet accessible, examination of English metre. It distinguishes between primary and secondary rhythm, explains the role of the ictus and weight, and shows how pauses and caesura influence line movement. It also covers substitutions, quantity, and the interplay between sound and sense, offering a framework you can apply to both classic and contemporary verse.
- Clear definitions of rhythm, feet, and pauses to build a solid foundation.
- Discussion of various metrical patterns, from iambic bases to longer lines and mixed forms.
- Practical treatment of substitutions, elision, and the relationship between speech and verse.
- Historical context and comparisons across different poetic traditions and periods.
Ideal for readers of poetry, verse theory, and English literary history who want to read and analyze verse with greater confidence.
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