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There are certain considerations to be made, both technical and stylistic, when writing poetry. Technical consideration include [[poetic meter]] and structure. Stylistic considerations tend to be harder to define, but can include poetic devices such as [[kennings]]. |
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=== Poetry by and for non-geniuses === |
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Amongst the most accessible [[16th Century]] poetry is that of [[William Shakespeare]]. He is however a genius and therefore a bad model for the rest of us. No matter how much you try, you can't write as well as he did. |
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Therefore, it is better, or at least easier, to model your work after people who are less good. |
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Some interesting poets include |
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* [[Walter Raleigh]] - especially his Reply to [[Kit Marlowe]]'s [[A Passionate Shepherd to his Love]]. You can find much of his poetry via [http://www.google.com.au/search?q=walter+raleigh+poetry Google] |
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* [[George Gascoigne]] - [[Certayne Notes of Instruction]] is your basic 16th Century Poetry for [[Dummies book]]. Download it at http://leehrsn.stormloader.com/gg/cnoi.html. You can find much of his poetry via [http://www.google.com.au/search?q=george+gascoigne+poetry Google] |
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Finally, remember to count the syllables ... |
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