Publisher's Synopsis
English Metrists is a literary work written by Thomas Stewart Omond and published in 1903. The book is a comprehensive study of the history and development of English metrical verse. It covers a wide range of topics, including the origins of English poetry, the evolution of meter and rhyme, and the influence of various literary movements on the development of English metrical verse.The author provides detailed analyses of the works of prominent English poets such as Chaucer, Shakespeare, Milton, and Wordsworth, among others. Omond also examines the works of lesser-known poets and their contributions to the development of English metrical verse.The book is divided into four parts, each focusing on a different aspect of English metrical verse. Part one covers the origins of English poetry, while part two examines the development of meter and rhyme. Part three explores the influence of various literary movements on English metrical verse, and part four provides a comprehensive overview of the history and evolution of English metrical verse.English Metrists is a valuable resource for students and scholars of English literature, as well as anyone interested in the history and development of English poetry. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all levels of expertise.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.
