A History of English Prosody V2, from Shakespeare to Crabbe: From the Twelfth Century to the Present Day (1908)

A History of English Prosody V2, From Shakespeare to Crabbe: From the Twelfth Century to the Present Day is a book written by George Saintsbury and published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive study of the history of English prosody, covering the period from the twelfth century to the present day. It is the second volume of a two-part series and focuses on the period from Shakespeare to Crabbe. The book covers a range of topics related to English prosody, including the development of meter and rhyme, the use of alliteration and assonance, and the evolution of poetic form. It also explores the work of major poets from the period, including Shakespeare, Milton, Dryden, Pope, and Crabbe. Saintsbury's writing is scholarly and detailed, providing a thorough examination of the subject matter. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of English poetry and the development of poetic form over time. It is a valuable addition to the library of any student or scholar of English literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.