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
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1I. ACCENT AND TIME
28B.—THE SEPTENARY
2A.—KINDS OF ACCENT
29C.—THE "POULTER'S MEASURE."
3B.—TIME-INTERVALS
30IV. THE SONNET
4FOOTNOTES:
31A.—THE REGULAR (ITALIAN) SONNET
5II. THE FOOT AND THE VERSE
32B.—THE ENGLISH (SHAKSPERIAN) SONNET
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6COMBINATIONS AND SUBSTITUTIONS
33FOOTNOTES:
7FOOTNOTES:
34V. THE ODE
8III. THE STANZA
35A.—REGULAR PINDARIC
9TERCETS
36B.—IRREGULAR (COWLEYAN)
10QUATRAINS
37C.—CHORAL
11REFRAIN STANZAS
38FOOTNOTES:
12FOOTNOTES:
39VI. IMITATIONS OF CLASSICAL METRES
13IV. TONE-QUALITY
40A.—LYRICAL MEASURES
14A. AS A STRUCTURAL ELEMENT
41B.—DACTYLIC HEXAMETER
15B. AS A SPORADIC ELEMENT (TONE-COLOR)
42FOOTNOTES:
16FOOTNOTES:
43VII. IMITATIONS OF ARTIFICIAL FRENCH LYRICAL FORMS
17PART TWO
44A.—THE BALLADE
18I. FOUR-STRESS VERSE
45B.—THE RONDEAU AND RONDEL
19A.—NON-SYLLABLE-COUNTING
46C.—THE VILLANELLE
20B.—SYLLABLE-COUNTING (OCTOSYLLABIC COUPLET)
47D.—THE TRIOLET
21FOOTNOTES:
48E.—THE SESTINA
22II. FIVE-STRESS VERSE
49FOOTNOTES:
23A.—THE DECASYLLABIC COUPLET
50PART THREE
24B.—BLANK VERSE
51THE TIME-ELEMENT IN ENGLISH VERSE[49]: FOOTNOTES:
25FOOTNOTES:
52PART FOUR
26III. SIX-STRESS AND SEVEN-STRESS VERSE
53THE PLACE AND FUNCTION OF THE METRICAL ELEMENT IN POETRY: FOOTNOTES:
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