The Cosmic Consciousness Of Walt Whitman

The Cosmic Consciousness of Walt Whitman is a book written by Richard Maurice Bucke, a Canadian psychiatrist and philosopher, originally published in 1901. The book is an exploration of the spiritual and philosophical beliefs of Walt Whitman, a celebrated American poet, and his concept of cosmic consciousness. Bucke examines Whitman's poetry and writings, analyzing his experiences of transcendence and his ideas about the interconnectedness of all things. Bucke argues that Whitman was a visionary who possessed a rare understanding of the universe and its mysteries, and that his poetry was a reflection of this cosmic consciousness. The book is divided into four parts, with the first part providing an overview of Bucke's own theory of cosmic consciousness, followed by an analysis of Whitman's life and work. The second and third parts focus on Whitman's experiences of cosmic consciousness, as well as his ideas about the nature of reality, God, and humanity. The final part of the book explores the implications of Whitman's philosophy for society and the individual. Overall, The Cosmic Consciousness of Walt Whitman is a fascinating exploration of the spiritual and philosophical beliefs of one of America's most celebrated poets, and a thought-provoking examination of the nature of consciousness and the universe.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Cosmic Consciousness: A Study in the Evolution of the Human Mind, by Richard Maurice Bucke. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076610298X.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.