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"Exploring Poetry Forms" is a student-research based textbook offering a comprehensive exploration of various poetic forms, both traditional and contemporary. Through detailed analysis and engaging examples, this textbook provides students with a deep understanding of the diverse techniques and structures that poets employ to convey meaning, emotion, and imagery. From the structured elegance of the Sonnet to the playful cadence of the Limerick, each chapter delves into a specific poetic form, offering historical context, structural elements, and examples from renowned poets. Students will discover the intricate rhyme schemes of Terza Rima, the concise beauty of the Haiku, and the repetitive refrains of the Villanelle, among other forms.

Key Features:In-depth exploration of classic and modern poetic forms, including Terza Rima, Sonnet, Haiku, Limerick, Villanelle, and more.Analysis of structural elements such as rhyme scheme, meter, line length, and stanza organization.Examination of the historical evolution and cultural significance of each form.Abundant examples from canonical and contemporary poets, providing insight into diverse styles and themes.

Whether used as a textbook in poetry courses or as a reference for aspiring poets and enthusiasts, "Exploring Poetry Forms" offers a rich tapestry of poetic expression, inviting readers to discover the beauty and power of language through a myriad of forms and styles. The content in this text is a research collaboration with students in EG280: Intro to Creative Writing at Emporia State University, Professor Amy Sage Webb-Baza, and Bethanie O'Dell. The content was originally shared as a library guide hosted via SpringShare but has now been restructured into a more accessible format through MERLOT. Content was reviewed, updated, and moved from SpringShare to MERLOT by Bethanie O'Dell, 2024.Students who specifically shared their original poems for this project are: Hannah Lingard, Taryn Lee, Madison Snavely, Beth Anderson, Kaytlin Hilton-Krchnavy, Samantha Sanders, Savannah McCreight, LIza, Emmitt H. Simpson, Dustin Bittel, and Abi Bohning.

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