The Poet's Companion
A Guide to the Pleasures of Writing Poetry
1st ed.
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Author
Contributions
- Laux, Dorianne. - Contributor
Publication
1997 - W.W. Norton, New York, New York (State)
Language
English
Word Count
71,000 words, Guess
Page Count
284 pages
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL1001480M
- ISBN-100393316548
- OCLC Control Number36138321
- OCLC Control Number493893125
- OCLC Control Numberpoetscompaniongu00addo
and 3 more
- Library of Congress Control Number96040451
- LibraryThing77027
- Goodreads266126
Classifications
- DDC808.1
- LCCPN1042 .A35 1997
Description
From the nuts and bolts of craft to the sources of inspiration, this book is for anyone who wants to write poetry - and do it well. Brief essays on the elements of poetry, technique, and suggested subjects for writing are each followed by distinctive writing exercises. ("Compare an actual family photograph with one that was never taken, but might have been.") The ups and downs of the writing life - including self-doubt and writer's block - are here, along with tips about getting published and writing in the electronic age. On your own, this book can be your "teacher," while groups, in or out of the classroom, can profit from sharing weekly assignments.
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