""A Criticism of Systems of Hebrew Meter: An Elementary Treatise"" is a book written by William Henry Cobb in 1905. The book is a critical analysis of various systems of Hebrew meter used in the Old Testament. The author provides an in-depth examination of the different methods of measuring and analyzing Hebrew poetry, including the Masoretic system, which is the traditional method used by Jewish scholars. Cobb also explores the theories of other scholars, such as Lowth, Ewald, and Bickell. The book is intended for scholars and students of Hebrew poetry, as well as those interested in the study of the Old Testament. It is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of Hebrew meter and the various systems used to analyze it. The author's clear and concise writing style makes this book an easy read, despite the technical nature of the subject matter. Overall, ""A Criticism of Systems of Hebrew Meter: An Elementary Treatise"" is a valuable contribution to the study of Hebrew poetry and a must-read for anyone interested in this fascinating subject.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.