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Leaves of Grass
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
Leaves of Grass
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Walt Whitman
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Series | Word Cloud Classics |
Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:528 | Dimensions(mm): Height 197,Width 133 |
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Category/Genre | Poetry by individual poets |
ISBN/Barcode |
9781626863903
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Classifications | Dewey:811.3 |
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Illustrations |
b-w text
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Canterbury Classics
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Imprint |
Canterbury Classics
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Publication Date |
30 July 2015 |
Publication Country |
United States
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Description
"Whatever satisfies the soul is truth." - Walt Whitman, Leaves of Grass Leaves of Grass is a timeless collection of poems and essays penned by influential nineteenth-century writer Walt Whitman. This profound compilation explores topics such as nature, mysticism, mortality, transcendentalism, and democracy. Inspired by personal experiences and observations, Whitman spent almost four decades piecing together the complete work, sharing societal ideals and epiphanies about life that still resonate with readers today.
Author Biography
Walt Whitman (1819-1892) was an American poet, essayist, and journalist. He was part of the humanist movement, and his work was controversial in its time. His best-known work is Leaves of Grass.
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