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Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Walt Whitman

By Walt Whitman

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Explore the essence of 19th-century America through poetry and prose, guided by an index to the works of a visionary author.

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"Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Walt Whitman" by Walt Whitman is a collection of writings that brings together the extensive works of the 19th-century American poet and essayist. Instead of following a typical story structure, this book serves as guide to Whitman's works, focusing on poetry and prose from the mid-to-late 1800s. The index likely covers many subjects, from nature and democracy to examinations of war and what it means to be human, showing off Whitman's one-of-a-kind style and influence on American writing. Readers will discover a wide variety of poems glorifying individuality, the natural world, and the principles of democracy, as well as thoughtful reflections on loss and compassion during times of war—all of which point to important topics and famous lines, encouraging people to experience Whitman's adaptable collection of work that has significantly changed American poetry.

About the Author

Walter Whitman Jr. was an American poet, essayist, and journalist. He is considered one of the most influential poets in American literature. Whitman incorporated both transcendentalism and realism in his writings and is often called the father of free verse. His work was controversial in his time, particularly his 1855 poetry collection Leaves of Grass, which was described by some as obscene for its overt sensuality.

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