Poetics: An Essay On Poetry (1852)

Poetics: An Essay On Poetry (1852) is a literary work written by Eneas Sweetland Dallas, which explores the art of poetry. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of poetry. The first section discusses the nature of poetry and its relationship to other forms of literature. The second section delves into the various styles and techniques used in poetry, such as rhyme, meter, and imagery. The third section examines the role of the poet, including their inspiration and the creative process. The fourth and final section explores the importance of poetry in society and its ability to express universal truths.Throughout the book, Dallas draws on examples from various poets and literary works to illustrate his points. He also includes his own original poems to demonstrate different poetic techniques. Poetics: An Essay On Poetry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of poetry, from aspiring poets to scholars of literature. It provides a comprehensive overview of the elements that make up poetry and the ways in which it can be used to express ideas and emotions.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.