“O YOU whom I often and silently come where you are, that I may be with you; As I walk by your side, or sit near, or remain in the same room with you, Little you know the subtle electric fire that for your sake is playing within me.”
Quote by Walt Whitman
Work
Leaves of Grass: A Textual Variorum of the Printed Poems, 1860-1867
This book is a detailed textual analysis of Walt Whitman's 'Leaves of Grass', presenting the evolution of the poems from their initial publication to the final version in 1867. It includes various editions and the changes made to the text over time. more
Author
Walt Whitman
American poet, considered one of the pioneers of American poetry. His work, 'Leaves of Grass,' has had a profound impact on American poetry. more
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