Metre, Rhythm and Verse Form

Philip Hobsbaum, John Drakakis

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Routledge
16 November 1995

Literature, Poetry & Criticism; Literary theory; Literary studies: poetry & poets; Reference works

Series: The New Critical Idiom

Poetry criticism is a subject central to the study of literature. However, it is laden with technical terms that, to the beginning student, can be both intimidating and confusing. Philip Hobsbaum provides a welcome remedy, illuminating terms ranging from the iambus to the bob-wheel stanza, and forms from the Spenserian sonnet to modern 'rap', with clarity and comprehensiveness. It is an essential guide through the terminology which will be invaluable reading for undergraduates new to the subject.

By: Philip Hobsbaum
Series edited by: John Drakakis
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 230g
ISBN: 9780415087971
ISBN 10: 041508797X
Series: The New Critical Idiom
Publication Date: 16 November 1995
Audience: College/higher education , Primary & secondary/elementary & high school , A / AS level , Children's (6-12)
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Chapter 1 Metre and rhythm; Chapter 2 Blank verse; Chapter 3 The heroic couplet; Chapter 4 Rhyme and pararhyme; Chapter 5 Sprung verse; Chapter 6 Quantity and syllabics; Chapter 7 Free verse; Chapter 8 Verse forms (I); Chapter 9 Verse forms (II);