Strict Metrical Tradition

Download or read book Strict Metrical Tradition written by David Keppel-Jones and published by McGill-Queen's Press - MQUP. This book was released on 2001 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Keppel-Jones (English, U. College of the Cariboo) discusses variations in iambic pentameter found in the writings of major English poets from the 1590s to 1865. He analyzes Sidney's possible influence on Spenser and their effect on Shakespeare and Marlowe. He then examines variations introduced in the first half of the 17th century by John Donne, Ben Johnson, and others. Finally, the poetry of the 18th century, the Romantics, and the Victorians is discussed. Distributed in the US by Cornell University services. c. Book News Inc.