The Poet and the PoemThe author summarizes his knowledge and lively opinions of the art, dealing with every aspect, from the moment of inspiration through the workshop labors, to publication and interpretation. |
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... follow more stark images , negatives , in the next sentences , and repetitions of the word must , suggesting " do not disturb❞— as though things were as they should be , or inevitable , final , and to be respected . The title has ...
... follow more stark images , negatives , in the next sentences , and repetitions of the word must , suggesting " do not disturb❞— as though things were as they should be , or inevitable , final , and to be respected . The title has ...
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... ( follow- ing the example of Marlowe and other Elizabethan playwrights ) , had over - indulged in rhyme , alliteration , antithesis and other devices to shore up his insecurity in the open form , and ; as he gained more confidence , was ...
... ( follow- ing the example of Marlowe and other Elizabethan playwrights ) , had over - indulged in rhyme , alliteration , antithesis and other devices to shore up his insecurity in the open form , and ; as he gained more confidence , was ...
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... follow , which are interesting , and his fingers avoid instinc- tively the sounds which may not follow . To prove this , listen to the improvisations of an inexpert pianist ; he will quickly be driven to playing recognizable snatches ...
... follow , which are interesting , and his fingers avoid instinc- tively the sounds which may not follow . To prove this , listen to the improvisations of an inexpert pianist ; he will quickly be driven to playing recognizable snatches ...
Contents
an ear for poetry | 7 |
amateur tradesman professional | 17 |
enter the critic | 27 |
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