How to write a poem / John Redmond.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Redmond, John, 1967-

Series:

How to study literature (Malden, Mass.)

How to study literature

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Poetry--Authorship.

Poetry.

Physical Description:

viii, 154 p.

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Malden, MA : Blackwell Pub., 2006.

Summary:

An innovative introduction to writing poetry designed for students of creative writing and budding poets alike. Challenges the reader's sense of what is possible in a poem. Traces the history and highlights the potential of poetry. Focuses on the fundamental principles of poetic construction, such as: Who is speaking? Who are they speaking to? Why does their speaking take this form? Considers both experimental and mainstream approaches to contemporary poetry. Consists of fourteen chapters, making it suitable for use over one semester. Encourages readers to experiment with their poetry.

Contents:

The question of address

Viewpoint

The question of voices

The question of scale

Uses of repetition

Image

Short lines

Long lines

Diction

Uses of syntax

Tone

Traditional forms: ode

Traditional forms: epistle

The question of background.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9781405148757

1405148756

OCLC:

71213627