The Science of English Verse (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162787107)

The Science of English Verse is a scholarly work written by Sidney Lanier, an American musician and poet. The book is an in-depth exploration of the mechanics and structure of English poetry, and it seeks to uncover the underlying scientific principles that govern the art of verse. Lanier's analysis covers a wide range of topics, including meter, rhyme, sound patterns, and the use of imagery and metaphor. He draws on examples from a variety of poets, including Shakespeare, Milton, and Wordsworth, to illustrate his points and provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of English verse. The Science of English Verse is a seminal work in the field of literary criticism and remains a valuable resource for students and scholars of poetry today.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.

Author: Sidney Lanier
ISBN-10: 1162787104
ISBN-13: 9781162787107
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.67d