Publisher's Synopsis
Chapters On Greek Metric is a book written by Thomas Dwight Goodell and published in 1901. The book is an in-depth exploration of the metric structure of Greek poetry, covering various topics such as the nature of Greek verse, the principles of Greek meter, and the different types of Greek poetry. Goodell provides a detailed analysis of the various meters used in Greek poetry, including the dactylic hexameter, the iambic trimeter, and the trochaic tetrameter, among others. He also discusses the historical development of Greek meter, its relationship to music, and the various techniques used by Greek poets to create rhythm and melody in their works. The book is written in a scholarly style and is intended for students of Greek literature and poetry, as well as anyone with an interest in the history and structure of ancient Greek verse. Overall, Chapters On Greek Metric is a comprehensive and informative guide to the intricacies of Greek poetry and is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of this important literary tradition.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.
