The Language of Poetry

John McRae, 2016

Overview

This book develops the student's ability to read and evaluate diverse poetic texts. It includes activities, commentaries, and extensions for each extract, covering a wide range of poetic language. The content spans from songs, advertisements, and spoken language to traditional forms like sonnets, odes, and free verse. Featured poets include Philip Larkin, Maya Angelou, Dylan Thomas, and Tony Harrison.

Who it's for

• Students learning to analyze poetry.
• Readers interested in diverse poetic forms and language.
• Individuals studying works by Philip Larkin, Maya Angelou, Dylan Thomas, and Tony Harrison.

Key features

• Covers a variety of poetic language and forms.
• Includes activities, commentaries, and extensions.
• Features poetry from Philip Larkin, Maya Angelou, Dylan Thomas, and Tony Harrison.
• Hardback binding.
• 168 pages.
• Published in 2016.