Excerpt from How to Write Poetry
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a practical guide to writing poetry, designed to help those who love poetry find their voice and craft their own verses. The author acknowledges that poets are born, not made, yet argues for the value of technical training in honing poetic talent. The book delves into the fundamentals of poetic structure, exploring various theories of versification, from traditional metrical patterns to the more modern approaches of free verse. The author emphasizes the importance of rhythm and cadence as essential elements of poetry's musical appeal, drawing on the work of influential poets and thinkers like Sidney Lanier, Amy Lowell, and Max Eastman. While stressing the importance of form, the author encourages aspiring poets to embrace their personal voice and explore diverse poetic forms, drawing inspiration from various literary traditions. Ultimately, the book argues that the act of writing poetry is an enriching and rewarding pursuit, offering a unique pathway to self-expression and deeper appreciation of the human experience. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781334948152_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781334948152
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Condition: Like New. In unused condition, may show some slight shelf wear, but otherwise unread. This title was digitally scanned from a rare, out of print edition, and will have some visual artifacts from that process. Seller Inventory # #257F-0013
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781334948152
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