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Walt Whitman's 'Song of Myself' is a remarkable encyclopedia of how Whitman's greatest poem has been received by critics and poets since its appearance in 1855. From the beginning the poem has posed difficulties for readers because of the absence of rhyme, the free meter, the startling introduction of nonpoetic diction and erotic materials, and the richness and subtlety of a poet who ventured into new poetic territory in his effort to establish himself as the first bard of the democracy.Integrating the diverse views of approximately three hundred scholars, this volume does for Whitman what has been done for Shakespeare and others in variorum editions. Future readers and interpreters will now have easy access to an elaborate commentary upon which all subsequent interpretations will of necessity draw.Included in this edition is a complete facsimile of the 1855 edition of the poem, followed by an analysis of the work from section to section. An introduction reviews the background of the poem and its commentary, presenting detailed discussions of the many attempts to establish the structure of this seemingly formless poem. Also included are an appendix describing Whitman's catalogs and a bibliography of all the significant discussions of 'Song of Myself' over the past 130 years. This highly useful book is destined to be the standard reference work for everyone concerned with Whitman's poetry.
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- Q: What is the main focus of Walt Whitman's 'Song of Myself'? A: Walt Whitman's 'Song of Myself' primarily focuses on the exploration of the self, individuality, and the connection between the individual and the universe, as well as themes of democracy and the human experience.
- Q: How does this book provide critical interpretations of 'Song of Myself'? A: This book compiles diverse views from approximately three hundred scholars, offering a comprehensive commentary that highlights how Whitman's poem has been interpreted by critics and poets since its publication in 1855.
- Q: Is there a facsimile of the original 1855 edition included? A: Yes, this edition includes a complete facsimile of the 1855 edition of 'Song of Myself', allowing readers to see the poem as it was originally published.
- Q: What type of analysis does this book offer? A: The book provides a section-by-section analysis of 'Song of Myself', reviewing the poem's structure and the various interpretations it has garnered over the years.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Walt Whitman's 'Song of Myself': A Mosaic of Interpretations' is Edwin Haviland Miller.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What additional resources does this book include? A: In addition to the facsimile and analysis, the book includes an appendix describing Whitman's catalogs and a bibliography of significant discussions surrounding 'Song of Myself' over the past 130 years.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has a total of 209 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on September 1, 1991.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.