Examines the way in which poetry in English makes use of rhythm. The author argues that there are three major influences which determine the verse-forms used in

A straightforward and practical introduction to rhythm and meter in poetry in English.

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Examines the way in which poetry in English makes use of rhythm. The author argues that there are three major influences which determine the verse-forms used in

Provides a postmodern theory of poetry that sees rhythm as its essential quality