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Notes On Walt Whitman: As Poet And Person (1871)

Notes On Walt Whitman: As Poet And Person (1871)

Burroughs, John

Paperback

19th Century United States HistoryFiction AnthologiesPoetry Criticism

ISBN10: 116400509X
ISBN13: 9781164005094
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 130
Weight: 0.40
Height: 0.28 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Notes on Walt Whitman: As Poet and Person is a book written by John Burroughs in 1871. The book is a collection of essays that explore the life and work of the American poet Walt Whitman. Burroughs, who was a close friend of Whitman, provides a unique perspective on the poet's life and his literary works.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Whitman's life and work. Burroughs begins with a biographical sketch of Whitman, describing his upbringing, his early career as a journalist, and his eventual emergence as a poet. He then moves on to explore the themes and style of Whitman's poetry, including his use of free verse and his celebration of democracy and individualism.Throughout the book, Burroughs provides insightful commentary on Whitman's poetry, offering his own interpretation of the meaning behind some of the poet's most famous works. He also discusses the controversy surrounding Whitman's work, particularly his use of sexuality and his unconventional style.Overall, Notes on Walt Whitman: As Poet and Person is a fascinating exploration of one of America's most important literary figures. Burroughs' personal relationship with Whitman lends a unique perspective to the book, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of this great poet.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.

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