Leaves of Grass V1 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162774305)

Leaves of Grass V1 is a collection of poetry written by Walt Whitman, an American poet, essayist, and journalist. Originally published in 1855, it is considered to be one of the most important works of American literature. The book includes twelve poems, each celebrating the beauty of nature, the human body, and the human soul. Whitman's writing style is characterized by free verse and unconventional grammar, which was groundbreaking at the time. His poetry is deeply spiritual and celebrates the interconnectedness of all things. The first edition of Leaves of Grass was met with mixed reviews, as some critics were shocked by its frank portrayal of sexuality and the human body. However, the book quickly gained a following and has since become a classic of American literature. This edition of Leaves of Grass V1 is a faithful reproduction of the original text, and includes an introduction by Whitman himself. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American poetry or the history of literature.1897. Volume One of Three. Whitman is considered by many to be the greatest of all American poets. In his work, he celebrates the freedom and dignity of the individual and sings the praises of democracy and the brotherhood of man. Leaves of Grass is unconventional in both content and technique and is probably the most influential volume of poems in the history of American literature. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 141917665X, 1419176668.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.

Author: Walt Whitman
ISBN-10: 1162774304
ISBN-13: 9781162774305
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 318
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.94lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.67d