The shape of poetry : a practical guide to writing & reading poems / Peter Meinke.
| Author/creator | Meinke, Peter |
| Other author | Meinke, Jeanne. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | New and rev. ed. / with drawings by Jeanne Clark Meinke. |
| Publication Info | Tampa, Fla. : University of Tampa Press, ©2012. |
| Description | xxiv, 163 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Subjects |
| Portion of title | Practical guide to writing & reading poems |
| Contents | pt. 1. What makes good poetry? -- The sources of poetry -- Poems and meaning -- The shape of poetry -- Starting a poem -- pt. 2. Introduction to form: the abecedarian -- The sonnet -- Syllabic poetry -- The sestina -- The pantoum -- The villanelle -- pt. 3. Rewriting -- Necessary reading, with glossary -- Practical advice -- Why write poetry? -- Glossary & bibliography. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. 160-161). |
| LCCN | 2011944342 99013050 |
| ISBN | 9781597320962 (pbk. : acid-free paper) |
| ISBN | 159732096X (pbk. : acid-free paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | PN1059.A9 M45 2012 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |