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Types of Poetry, Exclusive of the Drama, With Introductions and Notes
Hardcover
General ReferencePoetry AnthologiesPoetry Criticism
ISBN13: 9781026055908
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 724
Weight: 2.60
Height: 1.50 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Types of Poetry, Exclusive of the Drama serves as an expansive and methodical survey of the diverse forms and structures that define the world of verse. Compiled and edited by Howard Judson Hall, this collection focuses specifically on the various classifications of poetry-ranging from the lyric to the epic-while intentionally omitting theatrical or dramatic works to provide a concentrated study of poetic craft.
The work is organized to facilitate a deep understanding of literary expression, categorizing selections by their technical and thematic types rather than a simple chronological progression. Readers will find comprehensive introductions and scholarly notes that guide them through the nuances of forms such as the ballad, the sonnet, the ode, and the elegy. By highlighting the evolution of these styles, the volume offers a unique pedagogical approach that remains an essential resource for students, educators, and lovers of literature.
Through its curated selection of representative poems, Types of Poetry, Exclusive of the Drama illuminates the intricate techniques employed by master poets across different eras. The inclusion of explanatory material enhances the reader's appreciation of historical context and stylistic development, making it a definitive guide to the formal beauty of English poetry.
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