The Spenserian Sonnet is a unique poetry form created by Edmund Spenser in the 16th century. This sonnet follows a rhyme scheme of ABAB BCBC CDCD EE, with its final couplet often showcasing a unique twist or resolution to the poem's theme. Some synonyms for the Spenserian Sonnet include "Spenser's form," "Spenserian stanza," and the "Spenserian rhyme scheme." The form finds favor with poets who seek an elevated style of expression and crafted effects. Spenser's innovative sonnet form has inspired countless poets over the years, such as William Wordsworth, John Keats, and Elizabeth Barrett Browning.