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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the science of English poetry and explores the essential elements that distinguish it from other literary forms. Unlike traditional approaches that rely on abstract concepts or supernatural inspiration, this text takes a scientific perspective, examining the structure and patterns of English verse. The author argues that the beauty and significance of poetry lies in its arrangement of thought-impulses, or the aesthetic ordering of ideas and emotions. Through a careful analysis of English prosody, this book uncovers the rhythmic and metrical patterns that give English poetry its unique character. It challenges the notion that classic prosody can adequately describe English verse, demonstrating that English verse forms are based on principles of stress and intonation rather than quantity. The author presents a new system of English prosody that captures the essence of this distinctive literary form. This book is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of English poetry and its scientific foundations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331725312_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331725312
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