The Epitaph

The Epitaph is a commemorative inscription on a tomb or mortuary monument. A brief poem or other writing in praise of a deceased person.

Stanzas : 1
Stanza Type : Varies
Accents : Varies
Lines : Varies, but usually short and sweet
Syllables : Varies per line
Rhyme : May or may not
Pattern : None

example : John Gay, My Own Epitaph

Life is a jest; and all things show it.
I thought so once; but now I know it.