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Walt Whitmans WALT WHITMAN Ultimate Collection: 500+ Works in Poetry & Prose serves as a comprehensive anthology that captures the essence of one of Americas most influential literary figures. This extensive compilation features the breadth of Whitmans poetry and prose, exemplifying his innovative free verse style and his profound celebration of individuality, nature, and democracy. The collection is steeped in the literary context of the 19th century, responding to the tumultuous social and political changes of the era, notably the Civil War, and embodies the transcendentalist movement that sought to break traditional molds of expression. Walt Whitman, a trailblazer in American literature, drew upon his diverse experiences as a journalist, nurse, and a political activist to craft works that sought to reflect and encompass the American spirit. His passion for inclusivity and universality, championed in his seminal work Leaves of Grass, highlights the importance of the human experience and challenges societal norms. Whitmans unique perspective on life and democracy is evident throughout this ultimate collection, making it a critical study for those interested in the evolution of American poetry. This anthology is a must-read for anyone seeking to delve into the rich tapestry of American literature. It not only showcases Whitmans lyrical genius but also invites readers to reflect on their own place within the vast landscape of humanity. As an essential resource for scholars, students, and lovers of poetry alike, this collection allows one to deeply appreciate the artistry and vision of Walt Whitman.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader erasocial currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different works strengths.- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the authors overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.- Lastly, our handpicked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collections central themes.

First published in 1855 and extended by the author over the course of more than three decades, Leaves of Grass embodies Walt Whitman''s lifetime ambition to create a new voice that could capture the spirit and vibrancy of the young American nation, while celebrating at the same time "Nature without check with original energy". Famously written in free verse and brimming with sensuous imagery and an unbridled love of nature and life in all its forms, and containing celebrated poems such as the ebullient `Song of Myself'' - described by Jay Parini as the greatest American poem ever written - and the elegiac `When Lilacs Last in the Dooryard Bloom''d'', Leaves of Grass is not only the fi nest achievement of a highly unique poet, but a founding text for American literature and modern poetry.

Materias: Poesía Editorial: Universidad de León

Centre of equal daughters, equal sons,All, all alike, endeard, grown, ungrown, young or old,Strong, ample, fair, enduring, capable, rich,Perennial with the Earth, with Freedom, Law and Love,A grand, sane, towering, seated Mother,Chaird in the adamant of Time.

Whitman es el poeta más representativo de su país en la literatura universal. Ha influenciado a autores tan diversos como Allen Ginsberg, T.S. Eliot o Wallace Stevens. En 1855 publicó la primera edicion de Hojas de hierba, que continuaria modificando a lo largo de su vida hasta sumar un total de nueve ediciones; la novena, denominada "the deathbed edition" (del lecho de muerte), de 1892, es considerada la definitiva pues es la autorizada y contiene todos los poemas. De alli Francisco Alexander ha hecho la traduccion que publicamos, unica completa al castellano y elogiada, entre otros, por Borges. El estudio preliminar de Rolando Costa Picazo, reconocido especialista en Literatura Estadounidense, Inglesa y Comparada, ofrece una amplia contextualizacion de Hojas de hierba y una pormenorizada introduccion a los aspectos mas importantes de la obra de Whitman.

"Camarada, esto no es un libro; quien toca esto toca a un hombre". Así define Walt Whitman (1819-1892) Hojas de Hierba, una obra que construyó a lo largo de casi cuarenta años y que se ofrece como un canto a la vida, a la libertad, al yo, a la belleza, a la poesia... Fruto de una epoca y de un lugar -la Norteamerica del siglo xix-, este gran poema epico nace y crece con la intencion de definir al hombre y a la nacion americana frente al dominio cultural anglosajon, y su polemica ruptura, formal y conceptual, con el canon poetico tradicional fue tal, que se dice que toda la poesia norteamericana posterior es un continuo dialogo con Whitman; incluso buena parte de la poesia occidental, desde el español Garcia Lorca hasta el caribeño Walcott, bebe de esta fuente de inspiracion. Obra dificil de catalogar, el propio Whitman la definio como un "experimento" que conjuga la lirica, la historia, la filosofia, el didactismo, el misticismo y las convicciones personales de un hombre que creo una suerte de panteismo en cuyo centro estaba el poeta. Este volumen ofrece por primera vez integra la mitica Primera edicion de 1855, esencia de Hojas de Hierba, y una seleccion de los mejores poemas que engrosaron las sucesivas ediciones. El prologo de la primera edicion y el ensayo que cerro la ultima sientan las bases teoricas de todo su universo poetico-existencial. "No hay posibilidad alguna de que la belleza no de fruto... es tan inevitable como la vida... es exacto y rotundo como la gravedad".

Hojas de hierba (Leaves of Grass, en inglés) (1855) es un libro de poemas del poeta estadounidense Walt Whitman. Entre los textos están «Canto de mí mismo», «Yo canto al cuerpo eléctrico», «De la cun

To mark 160 years since its first publication, a new edition of the great American poet's most famous workDo I contradict myself?Very well then I contradict myself.(I am large, I contain multitudes.)Abundant, ecstatic, generous, courageousthis is the first American epic poem, a celebration of selfhood and a catalogue of 19th-century American life of all ages and races. Revolutionary in style and controversial in content when it was first published in 1855, Whitman's masterwork has since inspired generations with its intoxicating rhythms and images, and its inclusive, praiseful joy.

The Complete Works of Walt Whitman is an unparalleled compendium that encapsulates the profound breadth of one of Americas most seminal poets. With daring explorations of themes such as democracy, individuality, and the human experience, Whitman forges a poetic style characterized by free verse and expansive imagery, breaking away from traditional forms. His experimental approach not only defined his voice but also positioned him at the forefront of the 19th-century literary movement known as American Romanticism. Each poem is imbued with a sense of urgency and transcendence, inviting readers to immerse themselves in the evolving landscape of American identity and spirit. Walt Whitman, a pivotal figure in American literature, was born in 1819 and lived through a tumultuous era marked by social upheaval and the Civil War. His experiences as a journalist, teacher, and nurse during the war undoubtedly shaped his profound insights into human suffering and resilience. Inspired by the democratic ideals of his time, Whitmans commitment to embracing the diverse tapestry of life propelled him to craft a body of work that resonates with both personal and collective significance. For readers seeking a transformative literary experience, The Complete Works of Walt Whitman offers a rich panorama of the human soul. This definitive collection serves not only as an introduction to his revolutionary vision but also as an enduring testament to his belief in the power of poetry to foster connection and understanding across the American landscape. Whitmans voice remains a clarion call to embrace the beauty of imperfection and the depth of the human condition.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader erasocial currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different works strengths.- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the authors overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.- Lastly, our handpicked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collections central themes.

Lleno de vida ahora, compacto, visible, yo, de cuarenta años de edad, en el año octogesimo tercero de los Estados, a quien viva dentro de un siglo, o dentro de cualquier numero de siglos, a ti, que no has nacido todavia, a ti te buscan estos cantos.

PACK BICENTENARIO WALT WHITMAN es un libro del autor WHITMAN, WALT editado por NORDICA. PACK BICENTENARIO WALT WHITMAN tiene un código de ISBN 978-84-17651-75-6, de la colección ILUSTRACIONES.

Em Canto de Mim Mesmo, Walt Whitman canta-se e canta o mundo, dando-nos a ver as cores com que ele o pinta. Partilhamos a intimidade, o quotidiano, o pensamento e as palavras. O convite é do próprio autor, que no canto II escreve: Fica comigo este dia e esta noite e possuiras a origem de todos os poemas, Possuiras o que ha de bom na Terra e no Sol (ha milhes de sois), No teras coisas em segunda ou terceira mo, nem veras pelos olhos dos mortos, nem te alimentaras dos espectros dos livros, Nem atraves dos meus olhos veras, nem de mim teras as coisas, Escutaras tudo e todos e tudo em ti filtraras. Um livro para ler no vagar dos dias, saboreando cada lugar que o autor percorre, percorrendo-os nos mesmos, com a imaginaço.