Title: A Shakespeare Phonology: With a Rime-Index to the Poems as a Pronouncing Vocabulary (Classic Reprint)
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0266384714
ISBN 13: 9780266384717
Binding: HRD
Condition: New
Weight: 650 grams

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A Shakespeare Phonology reveals how the poet’s sounds shaped his lines, with a practical pronunciation index.

This scholarly reference, titled A Shakespeare Phonology: With a Rime-Index to the Poems as a Pronouncing Vocabulary, presents a detailed study of Shakespearean rhymes and vowel sounds. Its scope includes notes, corrigenda, and a comprehensive word-index designed to help readers navigate pronunciation as it appears in the poems. The edition emphasizes how sounds connect to spelling in early modern English, offering a structured resource for students, teachers, and performers seeking authentic delivery.

The book combines close linguistic analysis with practical tools, including a rime-index that links sounds to the poems and an extensive word-index for quick reference. Addenda and Corrigenda address textual variants and pronunciation notes, helping readers align reading with historical usage. The work serves as a pronunciation vocabulary for Shakespeare’s corpus, aiding study and performance alike.

Detailed rime-indexed guidance that connects sounds to Shakespeare’s text
Extensive word-index covering key terms and their pronunciations
Addenda and Corrigenda clarifying historical spellings and vowel shifts
Practical resources for students, scholars, and actors aiming for authentic verse

Ideal for readers who want a clear, grounded approach to Shakespearean pronunciation and its impact on verse performance.

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