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The term "sonnet" derives from the Provençal word sonet and the Italian word "sonetto," both meaning "little song." By the thirteenth century, it had come to signify a poem of fourteen lines that follows a strict rhyme scheme and specific structure. The conventions associated with the Sonnet have evolved over its history. The writers of sonnets are sometimes referred to as "sonneteers," although the term can be used derisively. Many modern writers of sonnets choose simply to be called "sonnet writers." One of the most well known sonnet writers is Shakespeare, who wrote 154 sonnets. Traditionally, when writing sonnets, English poets usually employ iambic pentameter. In the Romance languages, the hendecasyllable and Alexandrine are the most widely used metres. See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sonnet for more.
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Does the topic or focus of a Shakespearean sonnet shift after the first stanza?
The 'change in perspective' (the Volta) is a characteristic of a Petrarchan sonnet, not a Shakespearean sonnet. Many Shakespearean sonnets sum up (or sometimes comment ironically) on their main argument in the couplet. But the change in topic or focus is not necessary in a Shakespearean sonnet, the way it is in a Petrarchan; so the answer to your question is: 'In general, no.'
Is a sonnet a type of free verse?
No, not really. A sonnet follows the rhyme scheme ABAB CDCD EFEF GG and is usually about love or romance. A free verse is considered a poem, but has no rhyme scheme or generic topic. They are quite different.
Where in an English sonnet is the resolution or explanation?
The resolution or explanation in an English sonnet typically appears in the final couplet, where the poet often offers a conclusion, a twist, or a resolution to the topic or argument presented in the previous twelve lines. This couplet often provides a new perspective or a resolution to the problem or dilemma posed in the earlier part of the sonnet.
What topic is a sonnet mostly written about?
flowers, people, animals, romance or football :P i like these !!!!!!!!! or you can do sports in general, not flowers or pets, that boring, about losing someone or friendship.
What was the sonnet about?
sonnet
What are Shakespeare's best sonnet?
Sonnet 18 and sonnet 116
How do shakespearean sonnet different from a petrarchan sonnet?
a Petrarchan sonnet has 14 lines it contains an Octave (aspect 1) (abbaabba) , a Sestet (aspect 2) (cdcdcd or cdecde). a Shakespearen sonnet also has 14 lines but a different structure. it has 3 quatrains (each diff. aspect on topic) and a couplet (conclusion/ insight). quatrain 1 (ab ab), quatrain 2 (cd cd) and quatrain 3 (ef ef) and the couplet ( g g).
The Shakespearean sonnet is also called?
It is also called the English sonnet. The other form is the Italian sonnet, or petrarchan sonnet.
Which sonnet begins My mistress' eyes are nothing like the sun and sonnet?
Sonnet 130
What are the release dates for The Sonnet Series - 2013 Sonnet 31 The Old Man and the Sonnet 1-8?
The Sonnet Series - 2013 Sonnet 31 The Old Man and the Sonnet 1-8 was released on: USA: 1 May 2013
What is a term for a Petrarchan sonnet?
The Italian Sonnet
What kind of sonnet is 'Glasgow Sonnet' by Edwin Morgan?
It is a petrarchan sonnet, made out of an octave and a sestet.
