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Pregunta

Spanish in origin, the form is a debat where one poet asks a questions (requesta) or series of questions, and the another poet gives the reply (respuesta) or series of replies.  A single poet can pen; in other words it's not completely necessary for there to be two writers. 

Upon Love, by Way of Question and Answer

I bring ye love, Quest.  What will love do?

Ans. Like and dislike ye;

I bring ye love, Quest.  What will love do?

Ans. Stroke ye to strike ye;

I bring ye love, Quest.  What will love do?

Ans. Love will befool ye;

I bring ye love, Quest.  What will love do?

Ans. Heat ye to cool ye;

I bring ye love, Quest.  What will love do?

Ans. Love gifts will send ye;

I bring ye love, Quest.  What will love do?

Ans. Stock ye to spend ye;

I bring ye love, Quest.  What will love do?

Ans. Love will fulfill ye;

I bring ye love, Quest.  What will love do?

Ans. Kiss ye to kill ye.

--Robert Herrick

 

As far as I know of any meter/non-meter can be used.  So maybe I shouldn't be posting this here.  I don't know.   Any additional information on this form would be greatly appreciated.

The Unicorn

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Stephan Ansteyfrom Lowell, MA
Associate, 6232 posts

on Jan. 29 2008


That's a rather interesting form. I'm glad you posted. Thanks Ry-guy.
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Paradiso, Tracey
Associate, 1902 posts

on Jan. 29 2008


I dig it. Are there particular poets who are known for this style? I'd love to read their works. Thanks, Ryan.

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