10-19-2017, 08:09 PM
I like a steady, rolling meter if (1) the language is fresh and not monosyllabic, and (2) there's some nice enjambment going on, and (3) if there's more slant rhyme than perfect rhyme.
I love meter when it's natural and subtle.
I think that Dickenson does well in these respects. I just got a book of Stanley Kunitz, and his meter is so gentle and unassuming; he's such a pleasure to read even if I have no idea what he's on about until the 4th read.
I love meter when it's natural and subtle.
I think that Dickenson does well in these respects. I just got a book of Stanley Kunitz, and his meter is so gentle and unassuming; he's such a pleasure to read even if I have no idea what he's on about until the 4th read.