Rhymes and Meters : A Practical Manual for Versifiers

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Winslow, Horatio, 1882-1972

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Rhymes and Meters" by Horatio Winslow is a practical manual for versifiers written in the early 20th century. This instructional book provides a comprehensive guide for those looking to improve their ability to write verse, distinguishing between various forms and techniques of metrical composition. It focuses on the fundamentals of verse construction, rhyme, and meter, aiming to enhance both the novice and experienced writer's understanding of the craft. The book covers a broad spectrum of topics essential to versification, beginning with the general principles of verse making and moving through specific aspects such as meter, rhyme, and stanza forms. Winslow explains the different types of feet in English meter, introduces various poetic forms like the sonnet, ballade, and modern song, and emphasizes the importance of clarity, simplicity, and correctness in verse construction. Each chapter builds on the idea that writing verse is a skill that can be learned and perfected through practice, encouraging readers to engage with both their own writing and the works of established poets to foster their abilities. Winslow's thorough exploration of verse-making serves as a valuable resource for aspiring poets and literary enthusiasts alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Stephanie Eason, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2009-12-28