“Now I will do nothing but listen to accrue what I hear into this song. To let sounds contribute toward it. I hear the sound I love. The sound of the human voice. I hear all sounds running together.”
Quote by Walt Whitman
Work
Leaves of Grass: A Textual Variorum of the Printed Poems, 1855-1856
This volume offers a detailed textual analysis of the poems from the initial edition of 'Leaves of Grass', showcasing the evolution of Whitman's work during this pivotal period in American literature. 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