A Handbook Of Poetics: For Students Of English Verse (1888)

By Francis Barton Gummere

Book Overview

A Handbook of Poetics: For Students of English Verse (1888) is a comprehensive guidebook for anyone interested in the art of poetry. Written by Francis Barton Gummere, an American scholar and professor of English, the book provides a detailed analysis of the various elements that make up a poem, including rhythm, meter, rhyme, and imagery. The book is divided into three main sections. The first section explores the historical and cultural context of poetry, tracing its origins back to ancient Greece and Rome, and examining its evolution over time. The second section focuses on the technical aspects of poetry, such as the different types of meter and rhyme schemes, and how they are used to create meaning and emotion in a poem. The final section of the book is devoted to the study of specific poets and their works. Gummere provides in-depth analysis of the works of poets such as Shakespeare, Milton, Wordsworth, and Tennyson, examining their use of language, imagery, and other poetic devices. Throughout the book, Gummere emphasizes the importance of close reading and analysis in understanding and appreciating poetry. He provides numerous examples and exercises to help readers develop their skills in this area. Overall, A Handbook of Poetics is an essential resource for anyone studying or interested in the art of poetry, providing a wealth of information and insight into the technical and artistic aspects of this timeless form of expression.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164530038
• ISBN13: 9781164530039
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"