Derek attridge poetic rhythm book

Challenges some influential theories of literature. The rhythms of english poetry english language series. An introduction first edition by derek attridge isbn. He is the author of the highly influential texts on beat prosody, the rhythms of english poetry and poetic rhythm. This is an exlibrary book and may have the usual libraryused book markings inside. This is the first introduction to rhythm and meter that students can relate to as speakers of english familiar with the rhythms of the spoken word. Details of prosody are beyond my purview, but as a crackerjack explanation, what defines anglosaxon meter is a. He is the author or editor of twentysix books on literary theory, poetic form, south african writing and the work of james joyce. An introduction, it does appear to have been written according to complex rules. Dec 10, 2004 buy the rhythms of english poetry english language series 1 by attridge, derek isbn. This isnt, incidentally, because rhythm is necessarily a more simple presence in these popular formsit frequently.

The author argues that there are three major influences which determine the verseforms used in any language. Best book on poetic rhythm that has been written to date. Attridge is clearly influenced by generative linguists in his views of both the goals and the content of metrical theory, but his declared allegiance is literary. The singularity of literature derek attridge download. The book presents essentially the theory set out in attridges previous celebrated. Poetic rhythm an introduction derek attridge the universiry of york ca. He is the author of nine books, including how to read joyce 2007, poetic rhythm. The rhythms of english poetry by derek attridge, 9780582551053, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The rhythms of english poetry 1st edition derek attridge. Poetic rhythm builds on this knowledge and experience, moving from basic questions about the rhythms of spoken english to the elaborate achievements. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. Derek attridge fba is a south africanborn british academic in the field of english literature and a current professor of english at the university of york, a. Verse as a technique of the body haun saussy, 106 constructing walt whitman.

In classical poetry, these patterns are quantitative based on the different lengths of each syllable. His interests centre on the language of literature, but radiate in many different directions. Derek attridge english and related literature, the. Poetic rhythm is written by someone who knows what he is writing about. Examines the way in which poetry in english makes use of rhythm.

Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle. This book does not, however, offer a nretrical theory, in the strong sense of the. Poetic rhythm by derek attridge, 9780521423694, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Jan 30, 2010 poetic rhythm by derek attridge, 9780521423694, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. He is the author or editor of numerous works, including peculiar language, joyce effects, meter and meaning, poetic rhythm, and the singularity of literature. An introduction to rhythm in poetry by carper, thomas, attridge, derek and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Derek attridge examines the way in which poetry in english makes use of rhythm. Addresses major questions about the importance and value of literature. An introduction and has also published books on literary theory, sixteenthcentury poetry and twentiethcentury fiction. Ebook the rhythms of english poetry as pdf download portable. Ebook the rhythms of english poetry as pdf download.

The second part is concerned with rhythm and metre, explaining and demonstrating beat prosody as a tool of poetic analysis, and discussing three major traditions in english versification. Derek attridge is professor of english at the university of york. Derek attridge is professor of english at the university of york, uk. Derek attridge this is the first introduction to rhythm and meter that begins where students are. An introduction to rhythm in poetry thomas carper, derek attridge on. Buy the rhythms of english poetry english language series 1 by attridge, derek isbn. Derek attridge derek attridge is the author of several studies of poetry, including the rhythms of english poetry 1982, poetic rhythm. Joyces books, derek attridge argues, go off like fireworks, and one of this book s aims is to enhance the readers enjoyment of these special effects. Project muse the rhythms of english poetry by derek.

Attridge undertakes research in south african literature, james joyce, deconstruction and literary theory and the performance of poetry. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,550grams, isbn. The same can be said of derek attridges new introduction to poetic rhythm. Coetzee, and jacques derrida as well as a brilliant theorist of poetic form and literary language. This is the first introduction to rhythm and meter that begins where students are. Refers to wide range of literary and aesthetic theories. The rhythms of english poetry english language series book 14. The contemporary reader of english poetry is able to take pleasure in the sounds and movements of the english language in works written over the past eight centuries, and to find poems that convey powerful emotions and vivid images from this entire period. This is the first introduction to rhythm and meter that students can r. Poetic rhythm builds on this knowledge and experience, taking the reader from the most basic questions about the rhythms of spoken english to the elaborate. He retired in 2017, and is now an emeritus professor. An introduction john hollander, rhymes reason prosody by example. In english poetry, they are based on the different levels of. Literary history and histories of rhythm erin kappeler, 128 beat and count the rhythms of the english dolnik derek attridge, 153 how to find rhythm on a piece of paper thomas cable, 174 picturing rhythm meredith martin, 197 fictions of rhythm.

Francesco giusti discusses literary criticism and theory with derek attridge. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. Derek attridge is a professor of english at the university of york. In this new work attridge has joined with a poet, thomas carper, to produce an introductory account of the theory aimed at aspiring poets, secondary school and university students and their teachers, and the general reader who.

I have read other books that attempt to explain poetic rhythm, metre, stresses, feet and the whole shebang, and they all look quite ridiculous after one has read attridge. Jan 01, 1982 examines the way in which poetry in english makes use of rhythm. Derek attridge fba is a south africanborn british academic in the field of english literature and a current professor of english at the university of york, a post he has held since. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. His interests centre on the language of literature. Reviews derek attridge s system of beat prosody is one of the most distinguished modern contributions to the theory of poetic rhythm. Derek attridge fba born 6 may 1945 is a south africanborn british academic in the field of english literature and a current professor of english at the university of york, a post he has held since 2003. Poetic rhythm builds on this knowlsdege and experience, taking the reader from the most basic questions about the rhythms of spoken english to the elaborate achievements of past and present poets. Derek attridge was educated in south africa and obtained a phd from cambridge university. An introduction first edition by attridge, derek isbn. The rhythms of english poetry derek attridge download. A scholar of remarkable range and sensitivity, attridge is known as a leading interpreter of james joyce, j. The author argues that there are three major influences which determine the verseforms. Derek attridge came to york from rutgers university in the usa in 1998 as leverhulme research professor, and in 2003 became professor of english.

One of the problems with literary criticism in the university is that you never know if you have been persuaded of the point at issue by fair means or just bullied into acquiescence by the size. Get the best deal by comparing prices from over 100,000 booksellers. He has published a number of other books on literary theory, james joyce, and south african literature. Reviews derek attridges system of beat prosody is one of the most distinguished modern contributions to the theory of poetic rhythm. Poetic rhythm builds on this knowledge and experience, moving from basic questions about the rhythms of spoken english to the elaborate achievements of. Pdf poetic rhythm an introduction sabrina salomon academia. Terminology is straightforward, the simple system of scansion that is introduced is suitable for both handwriting and computer use, and there are. Poetic rhythm builds on this knowledge and experience, moving from basic questions about the rhythms of spoken. In this new work attridge has joined with a poet, thomas carper, to produce an introductory account of the theory aimed at aspiring poets, secondary school and university students and their teachers, and the general reader who simply loves poetry. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Derek attridge argues that such resistance represents not a dead end, but a crucial starting point from which to explore anew the power and practices of western art. Poetic rhythm builds on this knowledge and experience, taking the reader from the most basic questions about the rhythms of spoken english to the elaborate achievements of past and present poets.