Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 026686709X ISBN 13: 9780266867098
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the principles and forms of versification, which is a core aspect in the history of literature and poetry. The author discusses the origins of language, prosody, and how these have influenced different poetic forms in various cultures. From ancient Greek poetry to the rhythmic eloquence of the Arabic language, the book offers a historical analysis of how the constraints and possibilities inherent in different languages have shaped the development and evolution of a wide range of poetic styles. An intriguing and scholarly exploration, this book will appeal to literary enthusiasts, scholars of linguistics, and anyone interested in the origins and patterns of creative expression. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2020
ISBN 10: 0265870968 ISBN 13: 9780265870969
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the principles and forms of versification, examining the different ways in which languages use rhythmic patterns to create poetry. The author traces the historical development of versification, exploring its origins in music and dance, and discusses the various elements that contribute to a poem's rhythm, including meter, rhyme, and accent. By analyzing poetic forms from different cultures and eras, the book illuminates the relationship between language, rhythm, and the expression of human emotion. Ultimately, it highlights the power of versification as a tool for capturing the beauty and complexity of the human experience. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0260806781 ISBN 13: 9780260806789
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 026079984X ISBN 13: 9780260799845
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0260806781 ISBN 13: 9780260806789
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 026079984X ISBN 13: 9780260799845
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.