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Book Synopsis: From the simplest couplet to the mind-boggling pantoum, the award-winning team behind A Poke in the I shows us the many fascinating ways poetic forms take shape. PleaseOpen this book for somethingExtraordinary. Twenty-nine different poetic forms await youInside these pages. How manyCan you master? From sonnets to double dactyls, Odes to limericks—Raschka and Janeczko (and a frisky mule)Make learning the rules of poetrySo much fun! In this splendid and playful volume, acclaimed poetry anthologist Paul B. Janeczko and Caldecott Honor illustrator Chris Raschka present lively examples of twenty-nine poetic forms, demonstrating not only the (sometimes bendable) rules of poetry, but also the spirit that brings these forms so wonderfully to life. Featuring formal poems, some familiar and some never before published, from the likes of Eleanor Farjeon (aubade), X. J. Kennedy (elegy), Ogden Nash (couplet), Liz Rosenberg (pantoum), and William Shakespeare, the sonnet king himself, A Kick in the Head perfectly illustrates Robert Frost's maxim that poetry without rules is like a tennis match without a net. Back matter includes notes on poetic forms.
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Are you intrigued by the magic of poetry? Ready to dive into the captivating world of poetic forms? Look no further! Introducing A Kick in the Head: An Everyday Guide to Poetic Forms. This book is a treasure trove of poetic inspiration, offering twenty-nine different forms that will ignite your creativity. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned poet, this book has something for everyone.
Unlock the power of sonnets, double dactyls, odes, limericks, and more with the guidance of acclaimed poetry anthologist Paul B. Janeczko. With his expertise, you'll not only learn the rules of each form but also discover the joy of bending and breaking them. Each page is filled with exemplary poems, ranging from classic works by William Shakespeare to fresh, never-before-published masterpieces.
But this book is more than just a manual. Caldecott Honor illustrator Chris Raschka brings these poetic forms to life with his vibrant and whimsical illustrations. As you explore the pages, prepare to be enchanted by the combination of words and art. Let your imagination run wild and unleash your inner poet.
Don't miss out on this splendid and playful volume. A Kick in the Head is not only an essential guide for poetry enthusiasts but also an invitation to embark on a poetic journey like no other. So why wait? Open this book and embark on a poetic adventure that will leave you inspired and eager to share your own verses with the world. Purchase your copy now and begin your poetic odyssey today!
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