Genres of Literature - Sub-genres of Poetry - types of genre in literature
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NARRATIVE
SONGS AND BALLADS
LYRIC
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• Poetry that tells a story • Can be in traditional or organic forms• Structured in metered verse
• Poetry with a set rhythm, sometimes accompanied by musical instruments • Typically includes repetition, simple language, and a set rhyme scheme
• Poetry in which one speaker expresses his or her feelings on a particular subject • Includes forms such as odes, sonnets, and haikus
DRAMATIC
SUB-GENRES OF POETRY
EPIC
• A narrative poem that uses invented characters• Ranges from a simple monologue to a full-length production• Can include dialogue, multiple characters, and can be spoken or sung
• A long narrative poem, typically about the deeds of gods or heroes• Elevated in style• Includes adventures and expresses values held dear by its culture