Poetry: A Modern Guide to Its Understanding and Enjoyment

by Elizabeth A., Drew

Analyzes and discusses the craftsmanship of the poet and the elements of poetry. With the use of many examples the author reveals the poet's interpretation of human existence.

Genres: Poetry, Literature

288 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1959

Reviews

[Sue]

I got a beat-up little paperback copy of this book decades ago, handed down from my maternal grandfather (I think). I found the book so insightful & helpful in terms of understanding & appreciating many of the great works of poetry, both classical & modern.

I've been re-reading it now in 2019. The original copy was falling apart, literally page by page, so I bought a secondhand library copy to replace it. It's still one of the best books about poetry that I've ever seen.

[Virginia B]

Published in 1959, so not exactly modern, but a very good and complete series of essays about just about every aspect of poetry in the English language, accompanied by many poems, and very fun to read.

[Wanda]

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