The English Prosody: With Rules Deduced From The Genius Of Our Language And The Examples Of The Poets

By Asa Humphrey

Book Overview

The book titled ""The English Prosody: With Rules Deduced From The Genius Of Our Language And The Examples Of The Poets"" is written by Asa Humphrey. It is a comprehensive guide to English prosody, which is the study of the rhythm, meter, and structure of poetry. The book provides a detailed analysis of the different types of poetic feet, rhyme schemes, and stanza forms used in English poetry. The author has deduced rules for English prosody based on the genius of the English language and the examples of the poets. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of English prosody, including syllables, accents, and the different types of feet used in poetry. It also provides rules for the placement of stresses and the use of rhyme in poetry.The book is written in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to both students and scholars of English literature. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of English poetry and the techniques used by poets to create rhythm and structure in their works. Overall, ""The English Prosody"" is an essential guide to understanding the mechanics of English poetry and the art of prosody.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: 1163086371
• ISBN13: 9781163086377
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"