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Thomas Wyatt(1503-42) used over 70 different stanza forms,but now is best known for this 'poulter's measure alexandrine 'form(couplets of 12 14 syllables)

SOCCER EPITAPH alexandrine

If a reactive ,possession style is proclaimed
it is vital to win the final football trophy game
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August 1, 2024 at 10:09 PM
Brian, much can be said in just 26 syllables. This is my first exposure to the ‘poulter’s measure alexandrine form.’
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