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Explore the rhythmic heart of English verse with George Saintsbury's "Historical Manual of English Prosody." This meticulously prepared edition offers a comprehensive exploration of versification and the art of poetry in the English language. Delve into the intricacies of prosody, tracing its historical evolution and understanding the fundamental principles that govern rhythm and meter. A vital resource for students, writers, and anyone fascinated by the technical aspects of poetry, this manual provides a detailed analysis of English verse forms. Saintsbury's work serves as an essential guide…mehr

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Explore the rhythmic heart of English verse with George Saintsbury's "Historical Manual of English Prosody." This meticulously prepared edition offers a comprehensive exploration of versification and the art of poetry in the English language. Delve into the intricacies of prosody, tracing its historical evolution and understanding the fundamental principles that govern rhythm and meter. A vital resource for students, writers, and anyone fascinated by the technical aspects of poetry, this manual provides a detailed analysis of English verse forms. Saintsbury's work serves as an essential guide to the structure and artistry of poetic expression. Discover the techniques and traditions that have shaped English poetry for centuries, and gain a deeper appreciation for the craft of versification. A timeless classic for those seeking a rigorous understanding of the mechanics and beauty of poetry. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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George Saintsbury, born on October 23, 1845, in Southampton, England, was a distinguished literary historian and critic, renowned for his erudite scholarship in the field of English literature. Saintsbury's profound impact on literary criticism is best manifested in his comprehensive work, the 'Historical Manual of English Prosody' (1910), which provides a meticulous examination of the rhythmic and metric patterns in English poetry. A professor of rhetoric and English literature at the University of Edinburgh, he held the prestigious position from 1895 to 1915. Saintsbury's literary approach combined historical context with structural analysis, a method that became a hallmark of his extensive oeuvre. His scholarship is characterized by an astute attention to detail and an encyclopedic knowledge of literary forms, making him a seminal figure in the study of English prosody and poetics. Renowned for his lucid prose and scholarly rigour, Saintsbury penned numerous books on literature, wine, and history, helping shape the way English literature was studied and appreciated in the early 20th century. He passed away on January 28, 1933, but his contributions continue to influence literary scholarship and pedagogy.