Writing Poems - Softcover

Boisseau, Michelle; Wallace, Robert

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0321094239 ISBN 13: 9780321094230

Publisher: Pearson, 2003

Synopsis

Boisseau's best-selling guide offers comprehensive coverage of the creative process and the technical aspects of writing poetry. Filled with practical advice and numerous examples, Writing Poems is appropriate for both the beginning and advanced poet. Its anthology of classic and contemporary poems enlivens its readers' understanding of poetry, illustrates poetic principles, and, above all, inspires writing. With clear explanations, a lively presentation, and in-depth discussions, this book demystifies the process of writing poems and provides the guidance needed to help writers improve their craft.

About this title

From the Back Cover

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!

 

Synopsis

This poetry text offers comprehensive coverage of the creative process and the technical aspects of writing poetry. Filled with practical advice for the beginning and more advanced poet, this text enlivens students' understanding of poetry, illustrates poetic principles, and serves as a reliable handbook. It also includes an anthology of classic and contemporary poems, a springboard for classroom discussion and student writing. This market-leading, student-friendly text can be used at either the undergraduate or graduate level. One reviewer says, "Simply the best text available (or likely to be available) for teaching the essentials of poetry writing either to beginning or advance students."-Robert Collins, University of Alabama, Birmingham

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0321094239
• ISBN 13: 9780321094230
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 6
• Number of pages: 368