Meter and meaning

Thomas Carper

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Meter and meaning

by Thomas Carper

2020

Taylor & Francis Group

174

9781000143157

Description

"In Meter and Meaning, poet Thomas Carper and scholar Derek Attridge join forces to present a user-friendly way to explore the rhythms of poetry in English." "The authors begin by showing the value of performing any poem aloud, so that we can sense its unique use of rhythm. From this starting point they suggest an fresh, jargon-free approach to reading poetry. Illustrating their "beat-offbeat" method with a series of revealing exercises, they help us to appreciate the use of rhythm in poems of all periods and to understand the vital relationship between meter and meaning. Beginning with the very basics, this book enables a smooth progression to an advanced knowledge of poetic rhythms." "This is the essential guide to meter for anyone who wants to study, write, better appreciate or simply enjoy poetry."--Jacket.

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How many pages are in Meter and meaning?

This edition of Meter and meaning has approximately 174 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.

How long does it take to read Meter and meaning?

For most readers, Meter and meaning typically takes between 3h 38m and 2h 25m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 43,500 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 54m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 43,500 words

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What is the word count of Meter and meaning?

The estimated word count for Meter and meaning is approximately 43,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.

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Who is the author of Meter and meaning?

Meter and meaning was written by Thomas Carper.

When was Meter and meaning published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2020. The original work may have been published on a different date.