Evolution of Poetry and Different Concepts used in Poetry Writing
by neonsighs
Poetry is considered one of the oldest forms of art and expression. It exists in various forms and languages. The earliest form of poetry began as verses, which were used to narrate stories. These stories were more engaging when presented as poems and were appreciated by a wide audience. However, historical poetry styles differ significantly from modern poems. One definition describes poetry as a traditional art form in which human language is used for its aesthetic qualities, in addition to or instead of its notional and semantic content. Modern poetry, however, also includes pictorial representations.
The evolution of poetry styles throughout history is a fascinating subject. It is believed that the oldest forms of poetry were primarily oral. Some of these poems are considered epics due to their extensive content and were later written down. In Indian literature, for example, the Ramayana and Mahabharata were originally presented as poems. Today, we know these as stories available in various languages, and people worldwide are familiar with these epics.
Over time, poetry styles evolved into verses that relied on sound and pattern. These verses were often rhymed and organized into units called feet, which consisted of syllabic sounds with specific … ...Read the rest.
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