What is the difference between inversion and anastrophe?

Inversion and anastrophe are often used interchangeably, but there is a subtle difference between them.

Inversion is a general term referring to any deviation from the standard subject-verb-object structure in English. This often occurs for grammatical reasons, for example in questions.

Anastrophe, on the other hand, refers to a specific type of inversion used for stylistic or rhetorical effect.

In literature, inversion is anastrophe when it serves an artistic purpose such as emphasizing, creating mood, or altering rhythm. However, not all inversions are examples of anastrophe.