Leaves Of Grass (1884)

Leaves of Grass is a collection of poems written by Walt Whitman and first published in 1855. The book is divided into several sections, each containing a number of poems that explore various themes related to nature, democracy, and the human experience. The poems are written in free verse and are known for their unconventional style and subject matter.The first edition of Leaves of Grass was met with controversy due to its explicit sexual content and unconventional style. However, subsequent editions were more widely accepted and the book is now considered a classic of American literature.Whitman's poems celebrate the beauty of the natural world and the diversity of human experience. He also explores themes related to democracy and the American identity, often using his own experiences as a working-class man to inform his writing.Leaves of Grass is a seminal work in American literature and has influenced generations of poets and writers. Its themes of individualism, democracy, and the beauty of the natural world continue to resonate with readers today.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.