Writing Poems - Couverture souple

Boisseau, Michelle; Bar-Nadav, Hadara; Wallace, Robert

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0205176054 ISBN 13 : 9780205176052

Editeur : Pearson, 2011

Synopsis

KEY BENEFIT: The gold standard of poetry writing books, Writing Poems, 8/e is a comprehensive, easy-to-use guide that will help aspiring poets to create meaningful works. KEY TOPICS: Introduces the aspiring poet to poetry's traditions, discipline and (hard-won) rewards, and guides more experienced poets through the deep oceans of making and remaking poems. Filled with practical advice, this book enlivens the reader's understanding of poetry, illustrates poetic principles, and serves as a reliable guide book. Writing Poems also ncludes an anthology of classic and contemporary poems. MARKET: For the aspiring poet.

A propos du livre

Quatrième de couverture

The fact that you're holding this book in your hands means that you have an interest in reading and writing poetry. The authors, themselves published poets, eagerly share their knowledge and love of poetry in this revision of Writing Poems, which introduces you to poetry's traditions and teaches you the essentials for developing your craft.

 

WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS EDITION

• Sixty new poems–many by younger contemporary poets, representing a wide range of ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, and aesthetic approaches–will encourage you explore various poetic strategies in your own writing.  
• Chapter selections now include classical and contemporary poems from across the globe, reflecting the interconnectedness of our global society.  
• Recognizing that no one is immune to writer's block, the authors have provided new, more powerful exercises in the ''Questions and Suggestions'' sections to get your creative juices flowing and inspire you to commit words to paper.  

Working hard and having fun on the journey often go hand in hand. So, open this book and use it to its full potential since it is said the only expensive book is one that remains closed. Enjoy the adventure ahead of you!

 

Présentation de l'éditeur

The gold standard of poetry writing books, Writing Poems, 8/e is a comprehensive, easy-to-use guide that will help aspiring poets to create meaningful works.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Pearson
• Date d'édition: 2011
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0205176054
• ISBN 13: 9780205176052
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 256
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible