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Autobiographia: Or, The Story Of A Life
Paperback
Historical FiguresPoetry CriticismGeneral World History
ISBN13: 9781279056820
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Mar 29 2012
Pages: 220
Weight: 0.69
Height: 0.46 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Autobiographia, or The Story of a Life, offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of Walt Whitman, one of America's most influential and innovative poets. More than a straightforward autobiography, this work blends personal recollections with critical essays and reflections on literature, politics, and American identity.
Whitman's unique voice and perspective shine through as he recounts pivotal moments in his life, offering insights into the development of his poetic vision and his profound connection to the American landscape and its people. This volume provides invaluable context for understanding Whitman's major works, including Leaves of Grass, and reveals the man behind the groundbreaking verse. A must-read for scholars, students, and anyone interested in American literary history.
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