The Poet and the PoemA discussion of the poet's inherent attitudes, the more technical matters of verse writing, and the application of principles to actual practice. |
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... becomes more in- tellectual its words become polysyllabic , its connectives or " busi- ness " words - such as of , the , it , and forms of the verb to be— become more numerous ; but when language hugs near earth and life , when it becomes ...
... becomes more in- tellectual its words become polysyllabic , its connectives or " busi- ness " words - such as of , the , it , and forms of the verb to be— become more numerous ; but when language hugs near earth and life , when it becomes ...
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... become known , and bring out at least that first volume . It is not the difficulty but the false premises which make a poet's career so tortuous . While he is advancing in reputation , he is giving readings , lectures , writing ...
... become known , and bring out at least that first volume . It is not the difficulty but the false premises which make a poet's career so tortuous . While he is advancing in reputation , he is giving readings , lectures , writing ...
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... become aware of sound relationships , look for double - meanings , the significance of line - endings , prompted by your sense of what poets are likely to be doing . You may come to see those directions as a wry comment by someone on ...
... become aware of sound relationships , look for double - meanings , the significance of line - endings , prompted by your sense of what poets are likely to be doing . You may come to see those directions as a wry comment by someone on ...
Contents
FOOTHILLS OF PARNASSUSOR WHY BOTHER? | 14 |
Six Senses of the Poet | 20 |
Pole Vaulting Does Not Require an Individual Style | 34 |
Copyright | |
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