Lyric Forms From France Their History And Their Use

Lyric Forms From France: Their History And Their Use is a comprehensive guide to the history and usage of various forms of French lyrical poetry. Written by Helen Louise Cohen, the book explores the origins and development of these forms, including the ballade, rondeau, virelai, and chant royal, among others. The author provides detailed explanations of the structure and characteristics of each form, as well as examples of famous works from French literature. The book also includes practical advice for aspiring poets, with tips on how to write in each form and suggestions for adapting them to modern contexts. With its in-depth analysis and practical guidance, Lyric Forms From France is an essential resource for anyone interested in French poetry and the art of lyrical writing.With An Anthology Of Ballades, Chants Royal, Rondels, Rondeaus, Triolets, Villanelles, Sestinas In English Verse.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.