The Essay On Walt Whitman By Robert Louis Stevenson (1900)

The Essay On Walt Whitman By Robert Louis Stevenson is a book written by the famous Scottish author, Robert Louis Stevenson, in the year 1900. The book is a critical analysis of the works of the American poet, Walt Whitman, and his impact on the literary world. Stevenson's essay explores the themes, styles, and techniques used by Whitman in his poetry, and discusses the significance of his contribution to American literature.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Whitman's poetry. Stevenson begins by providing a brief biography of Whitman and discussing his early influences. He then moves on to examine the themes of democracy, individualism, and nature that are prevalent in Whitman's work. Stevenson also discusses the unique style of Whitman's poetry, including his use of free verse and his unconventional use of punctuation.Throughout the book, Stevenson provides numerous examples of Whitman's poetry and offers his own interpretation of their meaning. He also compares Whitman's work to that of other poets of his time, such as Tennyson and Browning, and discusses the ways in which Whitman's poetry differed from theirs.Overall, The Essay On Walt Whitman By Robert Louis Stevenson is a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the works of one of America's most celebrated poets. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American literature, poetry, or literary criticism.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.