A History Of English Versification (1910)
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Overview
A History of English Versification is a comprehensive study of the evolution of English poetry from its earliest forms to the early 20th century. Written by Jakob Schipper and first published in 1910, the book traces the development of English poetry through various periods, including the Anglo-Saxon, Middle English, and Renaissance periods. The author examines the various forms and structures of English verse, including rhyme, meter, and stanza, and provides detailed analysis of the works of major poets such as Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Milton. The book also discusses the influence of foreign poetry on English verse, including the impact of French and Italian poetry on the development of the sonnet form. With its detailed analysis and historical perspective, A History of English Versification remains an important resource for scholars and students of English literature.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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- ISBN-13: 9781166538613
- ISBN-10: 1166538613
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1.06 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.71 pounds
- Page Count: 414
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