Whitman: A Study

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Burroughs, John, 1837-1921

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Whitman: A Study" by John Burroughs is a literary critique and analysis written in the late 19th century. The work focuses on the poetry and philosophies of Walt Whitman, exploring his life, influences, and the significance of his contributions to American literature. Burroughs presents Whitman as an unconventional and seminal figure, highlighting his unique approach to poetry that departs from traditional norms. The opening of the study sets the stage for Burroughs's admiration of Whitman, as he reflects on the environment he associates with the poet-wild and elemental landscapes that evoke a sense of raw beauty and vitality. Burroughs recounts his initial encounters with Whitman's work, expressing fascination coupled with confusion. He acknowledges the challenge Whitman's style poses to conventional readers and emphasizes the poet's disarming presence, which enhances his literary output. This examination invites readers to appreciate Whitman not only as a writer but as a prophetic voice that embodies the spirit of democracy and humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Suzanne Shell, Stephanie Eason, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 64.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2009-10-27