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The Art Of The Sonnet
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Few Poetic Forms Have Found More Uses Than The Sonnet In English, And None Is Now More Recognizable. It Is One Of The Longestlived Of Verse Forms, And One Of The Briefest. A Mere Fourteen Lines, Fashioned By Intricate Rhymes, It Is, As Dante Gabriel Rossetti Called It, A Moments Monument. From The Renaissance To The Present, The Sonnet Has Given Poets A Superb Vehicle For Private Contemplation, Introspection, And The Expression Of Passionate Feelings And Thoughts.The Art Of The Sonnet Collects One Hundred Exemplary Sonnets Of The English Language (And A Few Sonnets In Translation), Representing Highlights In The History Of The Sonnet, Accompanied By Short Commentaries On Each Of The Poems. The Commentaries By Stephanie Burt And David Mikics Offer New Perspectives And Insights, And, Taken Together, Demonstrate The Enduring As Well As Changing Nature Of The Sonnet. The Authors Serve As Guides To Some Of The Mostcelebrated Sonnets In English As Well As Lesswellknown Gems By Nineteenth And Twentiethcentury Poets. Also Included Is A General Introductory Essay, In Which The Authors Examine The Sonnet Form And Its Long And Fascinating History, From Its Origin In Medieval Sicily To Its English Appropriation In The Sixteenth Century To Sonnet Writing Today In The United States, The United Kingdom, And Other Englishspeaking Parts Of The World.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Art of the Sonnet'? A: 'The Art of the Sonnet' explores the rich history and evolution of the sonnet form in English poetry, highlighting its significance as a vehicle for personal expression and introspection.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Stephanie Burt and David Mikics, who provide insightful commentaries on the sonnets presented.
- Q: How many sonnets are included in 'The Art of the Sonnet'? A: The book features one hundred exemplary sonnets of the English language along with a few translations.
- Q: What type of commentary does the book provide? A: Each sonnet is accompanied by short commentaries from the authors, offering new perspectives and insights into the poems.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Art of the Sonnet'? A: 'The Art of the Sonnet' was published on October 1, 2011.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in paperback format, making it accessible for readers who prefer physical copies.
- Q: Is 'The Art of the Sonnet' suitable for beginners in poetry? A: Yes, the book includes introductory essays and commentaries that provide context, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced poetry readers.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Art of the Sonnet' have? A: 'The Art of the Sonnet' consists of 464 pages, offering an extensive exploration of sonnets.
- Q: What poetic form does this book focus on? A: This book focuses specifically on the sonnet, which consists of fourteen lines and is known for its intricate rhyme schemes.
- Q: Can I find lesser-known sonnets in this collection? A: Yes, the collection includes not only celebrated sonnets but also lesser-known gems by poets from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.