Tuesday, July 11, 2006

Great Regulars: The varying line lengths let [Ben] Jonson

demonstrate how gracefully he can move the "subtle feet" of his verses through such an attractive dance.

The lady he addresses apparently was better at appraising Jonson's build and complexion than at appreciating the sweetness of his verses.

from Robert Pinsky: The Washington Post: Poet's Choice

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