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A History Of English Rhythms V1 (1838)

Edwin Guest

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29 June 2008
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A History of English Rhythms Volume 1, written by Edwin Guest and originally published in 1838, is a comprehensive study of the development of English poetry from its earliest origins to the 16th century. Guest examines the various forms and rhythms of English verse, tracing their evolution from the Old English alliterative tradition to the rhymed and metered poetry of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. He explores the influences of Latin and French on English poetry, as well as the impact of social and cultural changes on poetic form and style. The book includes detailed analyses of specific poems and poets, as well as an extensive glossary of poetic terms and a bibliography of primary and secondary sources. A History of English Rhythms Volume 1 is a valuable resource for scholars and students of English literature, as well as anyone interested in the history and evolution of poetic form.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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A History Of English Rhythms V1 (1838)

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A History of English Rhythms Volume 1, written by Edwin Guest and originally published in 1838, is a comprehensive study of the development of English poetry from its earliest origins to the 16th century. Guest examines the various forms and rhythms of English verse, tracing their evolution from the Old English alliterative tradition to the rhymed and metered poetry of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. He explores the influences of Latin and French on English poetry, as well as the impact of social and cultural changes on poetic form and style. The book includes detailed analyses of specific poems and poets, as well as an extensive glossary of poetic terms and a bibliography of primary and secondary sources. A History of English Rhythms Volume 1 is a valuable resource for scholars and students of English literature, as well as anyone interested in the history and evolution of poetic form.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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