A History Of English Prose Rhythm (1912)

""A History of English Prose Rhythm"" is a book written by George Saintsbury in 1912. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the history of English prose rhythm, examining the evolution of the language's rhythmical structures from the earliest times to the early 20th century. The author delves into the various forms of English prose rhythm, including those found in poetry, drama, and prose fiction. He also explores the stylistic and technical aspects of the language's rhythmical structures, such as the use of meter, rhyme, and alliteration. Throughout the book, Saintsbury provides numerous examples of English prose rhythm from various literary works, including those of Shakespeare, Milton, and Dickens. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of English literature, as well as for students and scholars of language and literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.