A review by lelandbuck
The Making of a Poem: A Norton Anthology of Poetic Forms by Mark Strand, Eavan Boland

5.0

This is an excellent book on poetic form. Very readable, but destined to find a place on my writing reference shelf. Each section deals with a particular form (Villanelle, Sestina, Sonnets, etc.) and has a concise description of the form, a short history, and a solid selection of examples. The poems try to reflect the traditional form as well as contemporary examples. In doing this, the authors have tried to demonstrate both strict, traditional forms and some less strict variations.

Overall, a fantastic book for any writer or reader of poetry.