Walt Whitman

Broschiertes Buch

Leaves Of Grass (1884)

Beschreibung

Leaves of Grass is a collection of poems written by Walt Whitman, first published in 1855 and expanded over the course of his lifetime. The 1884 edition includes over 400 poems and is considered the ""deathbed"" edition, as it was the final version of the book published during Whitman's lifetime. The poems in Leaves of Grass are known for their celebration of nature, democracy, individualism, and the human body. They also explore themes of love, death, spirituality, and the American experience. Whitman's free verse style and use of unconventional language and imagery were groundbreaking for their time and have had a lasting impact on American poetry. The book has been praised for its optimism, inclusivity, and celebration of the human spirit, and has been criticized for its frank depictions of sexuality and its unconventional style. Leaves of Grass remains a landmark work in American literature and a testament to Whitman's vision of a democratic, egalitarian society.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.

Autor

Walt Whitman was an American poet, journalist, and essayist, born on May 31, 1819, in West Hills, New York. He is best known for his poetry collection Leaves of Grass, which he published in 1855. This collection is considered a masterpiece of American literature and is known for its bold, free verse style and celebration of nature, democracy, and the common man.Whitman grew up in a large family and had limited formal education, but he was an avid reader and taught himself a variety of skills, including typesetting and printing. He began his career as a journalist and worked for a number of newspapers throughout his life. During the Civil War, he volunteered as a nurse and saw firsthand the suffering of soldiers. This experience influenced his later writing, and he became known for his compassionate and empathetic portrayal of humanity in his work.In addition to his work as a writer, Walt Whitman was also a social and political activist. He was an advocate for women's rights, abolitionism, and the rights of workers. His writing often addressed these issues directly and he was known for his progressive views. Whitman believed in the power of literature to effect social change and he used his writing to promote the idea of a more democratic and egalitarian society. His poetry and essays continue to inspire and influence readers today, making him an enduring figure in American literary and cultural history.Whitman's writing was often controversial in his time, but it has had a lasting impact on American literature and culture. His work influenced many writers, including Langston Hughes and Allen Ginsberg, and his celebration of the individual and the natural world continue to resonate with readers today. Whitman died on March 26, 1892, in Camden, New Jersey, but his legacy as a pioneering figure in American literature endures.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 388
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 21mm
• Gewicht: 561g
• ISBN-13: 9781437133622
• ISBN-10: 1437133622
• Artikelnr.: 25512422