Whitman a Study: The Writings of John Burroughs V10 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163347720)

Whitman a Study: The Writings of John Burroughs V10 is a book written by John Burroughs, which analyzes the life and works of the famous American poet Walt Whitman. The book is part of a series of writings by Burroughs, which explore the literary and cultural landscape of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.In this particular volume, Burroughs delves into the life and legacy of Whitman, examining his poetry, essays, and other writings in detail. He provides a comprehensive analysis of Whitman's literary style, themes, and influences, as well as his impact on American literature and society.Throughout the book, Burroughs draws on his own personal experiences and interactions with Whitman, offering a unique perspective on the poet's life and work. He also includes excerpts from Whitman's writing, providing readers with a firsthand look at the poet's voice and style.Overall, Whitman a Study: The Writings of John Burroughs V10 is a must-read for anyone interested in American literature, poetry, or cultural history. It offers a rich and insightful portrait of one of the most important literary figures of the 19th century, and sheds light on the social and cultural context in which his work was created.1904. Volume Ten of Twenty-Three, Riverby Edition. John Burroughs emerged from an obscure boyhood in the Catskill Mountains to write more than thirty books, create the genre of the nature essay, and become the preeminent nature writer of his day. Through his essays in books and popular magazines, John Burroughs taught countless Americans to appreciate nature. Contents: Biographical and Personal; His ruling Ideas and Aims; His Self-Reliance; His Relation to Art and Literature; His Relation to Life and Morals; His Relation to Culture; His Relation to His Country and Times; His Relation to Science; His Relation to Religion. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: John Burroughs
ISBN-10: 1163347728
ISBN-13: 9781163347720
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 316
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.40lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d