"English Metrists: Being A Sketch Of English Prosodical Criticism From Elizabethan Times To The Present Day" offers a detailed exploration of the evolution of English poetic criticism. Thomas Stewart Omond provides a comprehensive overview, tracing the development of prosodic theory from the Elizabethan era through to the modern age. This work examines the key figures and movements that have shaped our understanding of rhythm, meter, and the art of versification in English poetry. Omond's study serves as an invaluable resource for scholars and students of English literature, linguistics, and poetic arts. It provides historical context and critical insights into the ever-evolving landscape of English prosody, making it essential reading for anyone seeking a deeper appreciation of the technical aspects of poetry.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.