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Walt Whitman's Leaves of Grass (150th Anniversary Edition),Used
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As featured in AMC's Breaking Bad, given by Gale Boetticher to Walter White and discovered by Hank Schrader.'I celebrate myself,And what I assume you shall assume,For every atom belonging to me as good belongs to you.I loafe and invite my soul,I lean and loafe at my ease....observing a spear of summer grass.'So begins Leaves of Grass, the first great American poem and indeed, to this day, the greatest and most essentially American poem in all our national literature.The publication of Leaves of Grass in July 1855 was a landmark event in literary history. Ralph Waldo Emerson judged the book 'the most extraordinary piece of wit and wisdom America has yet contributed.' Nothing like the volume had ever appeared before. Everything about itthe unusual jacket and title page, the exuberant preface, the twelve freeflowing, untitled poems embracing every realm of experiencewas new. The 1855 edition broke new ground in its relaxed style, which prefigured free verse; in its sexual candor; in its images of racial bonding and democratic togetherness; and in the intensity of its affirmation of the sanctity of the physical world.This Anniversary Edition captures the typeface, design and layout of the original edition supervised by Whitman himself. Today's readers get a sense of the 'urtext' of Leaves of Grass, the first version of this historic volume, before Whitman made many revisions of both format and style. The volume also boasts an afterword by Whitman authority David Reynolds, in which he discusses the 1855 edition in its social and cultural contexts: its background, its reception, and its contributions to literary history. There is also an appendix containing the early responses to the volume, including Emerson's letter, Whitman's three selfreviews, and the twenty other known reviews published in various newspapers and magazines.This special volume will be a musthave keepsake for fans of Whitman and lovers of American poetry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the significance of Walt Whitman's Leaves of Grass? A: Walt Whitman's Leaves of Grass is considered a landmark in American literature. Published in 1855, it broke new ground with its free verse style, themes of individuality, and celebration of the human experience.
- Q: What is included in the 150th Anniversary Edition? A: The 150th Anniversary Edition captures the original typeface, design, and layout supervised by Whitman. It includes an afterword by Whitman authority David Reynolds and an appendix with early reviews and personal letters.
- Q: How many pages does this edition have? A: This edition of Leaves of Grass contains 192 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Is this book suitable for collectors? A: Yes, this special Anniversary Edition is a must-have keepsake for fans of Walt Whitman and American poetry collectors.
- Q: What are the main themes explored in Leaves of Grass? A: Leaves of Grass explores themes such as individuality, nature, democracy, and the human experience, celebrating the connection between all people.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: The 150th Anniversary Edition of Leaves of Grass was published on April 15, 2005.
- Q: Is there any commentary on the historical context of the book? A: Yes, the afterword by David Reynolds discusses the social and cultural contexts of the 1855 edition, providing insight into its background and significance.
- Q: Who is the author of Leaves of Grass? A: The author of Leaves of Grass is Walt Whitman, a prominent American poet.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of this book? A: Readers can expect a relaxed and free-flowing writing style that prefigured modern free verse, along with candid themes and vivid imagery.