English Verse
Specimens Illustrating its Principles and HistoryBy Raymond MacDonald Alden
Length10h 32m
About this audiobook
In "English Verse," Raymond MacDonald Alden offers a comprehensive anthology that encapsulates the evolution of English poetry from its inception to contemporary forms. Through the meticulous selection of diverse works, he examines various poetic styles, themes, and historical contexts while employing a scholarly yet accessible tone that invites both seasoned literary critics and casual readers alike. Alden's commentary on the progression of meter, rhyme, and form reveals the intricate tapestry of English literature, encouraging readers to appreciate the nuances of language and the power of poetic expression. Raymond MacDonald Alden, an esteemed scholar and poet, dedicated much of his career to the study and teaching of English literature, which profoundly shaped his literary perspective. His deep appreciation for the art of verse, along with his extensive academic background, including roles at prominent universities, propelled him to curate a work that not only highlights key poems but also provides critical insights into the cultural and historical significance of poetry throughout the ages. This anthology is an essential read for anyone seeking to delve into the richness of English poetry. Alden's keen insights and thoughtful organization make it a valuable resource for students, educators, and poetry enthusiasts, fostering a deeper understanding of the genre's impact and enduring relevance.
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GenrePoetry
Length10 hrs 32 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1I. ACCENT AND TIME
26III. SIX-STRESS AND SEVEN-STRESS VERSE
2A.—KINDS OF ACCENT
27A.—THE ALEXANDRINE (IAMBIC HEXAMETER)
3B.—TIME-INTERVALS
28B.—THE SEPTENARY
4FOOTNOTES:
29C.—THE "POULTER'S MEASURE."
5II. THE FOOT AND THE VERSE
30IV. THE SONNET
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6COMBINATIONS AND SUBSTITUTIONS
31A.—THE REGULAR (ITALIAN) SONNET
7FOOTNOTES:
32B.—THE ENGLISH (SHAKSPERIAN) SONNET
8III. THE STANZA
33FOOTNOTES:
9TERCETS
34V. THE ODE
10QUATRAINS
35A.—REGULAR PINDARIC
11REFRAIN STANZAS
36B.—IRREGULAR (COWLEYAN)
12FOOTNOTES:
37C.—CHORAL
13IV. TONE-QUALITY
38FOOTNOTES:
14A. AS A STRUCTURAL ELEMENT
39VI. IMITATIONS OF CLASSICAL METRES
15B. AS A SPORADIC ELEMENT (TONE-COLOR)
40A.—LYRICAL MEASURES
16FOOTNOTES:
41B.—DACTYLIC HEXAMETER
17PART TWO
42FOOTNOTES:
18I. FOUR-STRESS VERSE
43VII. IMITATIONS OF ARTIFICIAL FRENCH LYRICAL FORMS
19A.—NON-SYLLABLE-COUNTING
44A.—THE BALLADE
20B.—SYLLABLE-COUNTING (OCTOSYLLABIC COUPLET)
45B.—THE RONDEAU AND RONDEL
21FOOTNOTES:
46C.—THE VILLANELLE
22II. FIVE-STRESS VERSE
47D.—THE TRIOLET
23A.—THE DECASYLLABIC COUPLET
48E.—THE SESTINA
24B.—BLANK VERSE
49FOOTNOTES:
25FOOTNOTES:
50PART THREE
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