Sonnet\nA 14-line poem that follows a set rhyme scheme and has a logical structure. Sonnets are archetypical of love poetry, and have vivid imagery. Shakespeare's sonnets are among the most famous in English poetry.
Jintishi\nA Chinese style based on a series of set patterns using the four tones of the classical Chinese language: level, rising, falling and entering tones. Their subjects have a wide range, including history and politics.
Tanka\nA form of Japanese poetry that generally does not possess rhyme. It has upper and lower "phrases" that are arranged into 5-7-5, 7-7 patterns. The different levels generally show a shift in tone and subject matter.
Ode\nA form that was first developed by the ancient Greek and Roman poets. They were written in three parts, and were meant to be recited or sung by two choruses.
Ghazal\nA style common in Arabic, Persian, Urdu and Bengali poetry. It has five to 15 rhyming couplets. Each one forms a complete thought and stands alone, but the overall ghazal reflects on unattainable love or divinity. The last couplet generally includes the signature of the author.
