Publisher's Synopsis
""A Study of Metre"" is a book written by Thomas Stewart Omond, which was first published in 1903. The book is a comprehensive guide to the study of poetic meter, which is the rhythmic structure of verse. The author provides a detailed analysis of the different types of meter used in poetry, including the iambic, trochaic, anapestic, and dactylic meters. The book also covers the use of rhyme and other poetic devices, such as alliteration and assonance, in creating rhythm and structure in poetry. The author begins the book with an introduction to the study of meter and its importance in poetry. He then goes on to discuss the different types of meter in detail, providing examples from classic and contemporary poetry to illustrate his points. The book also includes exercises for readers to practice analyzing meter and identifying different types of poetic feet. Overall, ""A Study of Metre"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of poetry and the technical aspects of poetic meter. It is a must-read for students of literature, aspiring poets, and anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of the beauty and complexity of poetry.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.
