The Bibliography of Walt Whitman

"The Bibliography of Walt Whitman" by Frank Shay is a detailed record of the different versions and printings of Walt Whitman's most important writings, especially his famous "Leaves of Grass." Shay’s book acts as a guide, helping people understand the many forms Whitman's work took over the years. It shows how Whitman's poetry changed as he grew as a writer and thinker. The bibliography lists each version of "Leaves of Grass," describing their special features and explaining the reasons behind their publication, like how people first reacted to them and what critics said. By organizing things in time order, Shay helps readers and experts study Whitman's work and understand how important he was to American writing, along with the complicated story of how his writings came to be.