A Handbook Of Modern English Metre (1903) - Joseph Bickersteth Mayor - Bog

A Handbook of Modern English Metre is a book written by Joseph Bickersteth Mayor and published in 1903. The book is a comprehensive guide to the study of English poetry and its various forms of metre. It covers the history of English poetry, the different types of metrical patterns used in English poetry, and the techniques used by poets to create rhythm and rhyme in their works. The book also includes examples of poems from various periods and authors, along with detailed analysis and commentary on their use of metre. The author provides a clear and concise explanation of the technical aspects of English poetry, making it an accessible resource for both students and scholars of literature. The book is considered a classic in the field of English poetry and is still widely used today.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.