October
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Poetry – types & devices
The following websites explain different types of poems and give examples of each type:
Shadow poetry – different types of poems with a couple of examples of each.
Poetry Foundation – Fairly detailed description of each type of poetry with good examples.
Types of poems – 55 types with some examples
Writers’ Digest – List of 50 poetic forms for poets
Poetic Devices
Online Learning Centre – brief description of each device and limited examples
Best Library – List of many different devices and in depth examples
Poetry Foundation – poetic devices with examples