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English Metrists
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781024564594
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 354
Weight: 1.09
Height: 0.74 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
English Metrists: Being A Sketch Of English Prosodical Criticism From Elizabethan Times To The Present Day offers a detailed exploration of the evolution of English poetic criticism. Thomas Stewart Omond provides a comprehensive overview, tracing the development of prosodic theory from the Elizabethan era through to the modern age. This work examines the key figures and movements that have shaped our understanding of rhythm, meter, and the art of versification in English poetry.
Omond's study serves as an invaluable resource for scholars and students of English literature, linguistics, and poetic arts. It provides historical context and critical insights into the ever-evolving landscape of English prosody, making it essential reading for anyone seeking a deeper appreciation of the technical aspects of poetry.
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