Publisher's Synopsis
Walt Whitman a Study (LARGE PRINT EDITION) is a book written by John Addington Symonds and is a comprehensive analysis of the life and works of Walt Whitman, one of the most influential poets in American literature. The book is presented in large print, making it accessible to those with visual impairments or those who prefer larger text. Symonds delves into the life of Whitman, exploring his early years, his travels, and his personal relationships. He also examines Whitman's literary works, including his poetry collections, such as Leaves of Grass, and his prose writings, such as Democratic Vistas. Symonds analyzes the themes and motifs present in Whitman's works, including his celebration of democracy, individualism, and the beauty of nature. Throughout the book, Symonds provides critical commentary on Whitman's works, discussing their significance in the context of American literature and culture. He also explores the influence that Whitman had on other writers and artists, both in America and abroad. Walt Whitman a Study (LARGE PRINT EDITION) is an authoritative and insightful analysis of one of America's most celebrated poets. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American literature, poetry, or the life and works of Walt Whitman.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1893. With portrait and four illustrations. A study of Walt Whitman, who is considered by many to be the greatest of all American poets, by Symonds who, himself, was in the forefront of the bourgeois radical men and women with socialist ideals who were destined to reform public opinion in the 1890s. Whitman's poetry celebrates the freedom and dignity of the individual and sings the praises of democracy and the brotherhood of man. Leaves of Grass, Whitman's most famous work, is unconventional in both content and technique and probably the most influential volume of poems in the history of American literature. 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.