A Study in English Metrics (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Unlock the patterns behind English verse and how rhythm shapes meaning. This concise study examines how word forms, syllables, and accents drive the structure of English poetry, offering clear insights into how poets craft rhythm and tone.

In accessible language, the book frames how monosyllabic and dissyllabic vocabularies influence verse, how foot and word interact, and how weighting and pronunciation shifts affect technique. It presents a method for analyzing vocabulary, word-forms, and their impact on the reading of poetry without getting lost in theory.

• Learn how types of vocabularies influence rhythm and the feel of a poem


• See how the number and arrangement of word-forms shape verse construction


• Explore the role of secondary accents and weighting in long versus short poems


• Understand how historical changes in pronunciation affect prosody and style

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