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Narrative and Lyric Poetry

Narrative and Lyric Poetry

Tupper, James W.

Hardcover

Poetry AnthologiesPoetry CriticismGeneral Poetry

ISBN10: 1025858069
ISBN13: 9781025858067
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 514
Weight: 1.97
Height: 1.13 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Narrative and Lyric Poetry is a thoughtfully curated anthology that examines the two fundamental categories of verse. Compiled by James W. Tupper, this collection serves as both an educational guide and a celebration of the poetic craft. The volume distinguishes between narrative poetry, which focuses on storytelling, action, and character development, and lyric poetry, which prioritizes the expression of personal emotion and rhythmic beauty.

Through a diverse range of selections, the work explores how poets utilize structure, imagery, and meter to achieve different artistic ends. From sweeping ballads and epic tales to intimate sonnets and reflective odes, Narrative and Lyric Poetry provides a broad survey of the English poetic tradition. This compilation is designed to help readers appreciate the technical skill required for narrative progression as well as the evocative power inherent in lyrical compositions. Whether used for academic study or personal enrichment, this work remains a valuable resource for understanding the core genres that have shaped literature. By presenting these forms side by side, Tupper offers a comprehensive view of the versatility and enduring relevance of the written word in its most musical and narrative forms.

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