An Introduction to English Poetry

Hardback (30 May 2002)

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Publisher's Synopsis

In this introduction to poetry, James Fenton takes Chaucer as his starting point and explains the basics of rhythm and meter. He also examines how certain genres have been fashionable at particular moments in history.

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Book information

ISBN: 9780670911004
Publisher: Viking
Imprint: Viking
Pub date:
DEWEY: 821.009
DEWEY edition: 21
Number of pages: 137
Weight: 294g
Height: 222mm
Width: 144mm
Spine width: 17mm