American Division Literature . [ 9 ]

American Division Literature . [ 9 ] 

3-] Lyric Poetry .

Originally referring to songs sung to lyre music , now the term lyric refers to expressive , short non-narrative poems , however, lyric also includes longer works such as some elegies . Lyric poetry includes a blend of elements :

1-] Melodious tone . 2-] Spontaneously expressed emotion . 3-] Unified structure [ harmonious ] . 4-] Individualized . 5-] Subjective .

In the lyric mode , the tone is reflective , at times even introspective , with the speaker discussing an experience or expounding upon an idea . The broad range of poetic forms that fall under the label of lyric poetry is impressive ;but although not all lyric poetry is intended to be sung , the intrinsic musical elements of lyric poetry that are rooted in its musical origins should be recognized [ although not overstated ] .

Dramatic Monologues :   A person unintentionally reveals his or her character by expressing a poem at a critical moment . There may or may not be a silent auditor – the person to whom the monologue is being addressed . In Robert Browning’s “ My Last Duchess” the silent auditor is an agent for negotiating the Duke’[s next marriage arrangement .