Elements of Poetry
The reason why an author writes.
Purpose
A short poem, usually written in the first person point of view and expresses personal thoughts and feelings.
Lyric poetry
Dancing shadows in the night,
Stars above that twinkle bright,
Laughter echoes, spirits soar,
As moonbeams play along the shore.
to entertain
It is the perspective of the speaker in the poem.
Point of View
A poem that tells a story. It's long and elaborate and has beginning, middle and end. It has also a setting and character.
narrative poetry
With words I weave a story bright,
To spark a thought or bring delight.
I write to share a piece of me,
And paint the world for all to see.
to inform
Literary genre that makes the authors express themselves and their feelings and ideas mostly through their rhyme and rhythm.
Poetry
This poetry does not tell a story but it's more on self-expression and its often musical.
lyric poetry
Stars shiver Because space is cold. Here they spin
The silences between them Vast and innumerable
to entertain
Has something to do with how long or how short the subject is.
Length
It is intended to be read aloud in front of an audience. This poetry is closely related to acting.
dramatic poetry
Days will pass,
And things will grow old. Flowers will bloom, And soon will decay.
But when friendship starts,
All of the year it will remain fresh.
to inform
The manner how something said or performed.
Delivery
Monologue is an example of this poetry.
Dramatic poetry
Hold high the brow serene,
O youth, where now you stand;
Let the bright sheen Of your grace be seen,
hope of my fatherland! - To the Philippine Youth by Dr. Jose Rizal
to persuade