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""Walt Whitman"" by John Cann Bailey is an insightful critical study of one of the most transformative figures in American literature. Written as part of the esteemed ""English Men of Letters"" series, this work provides a comprehensive analysis of Whitman's life, his revolutionary poetic style, and his profound influence on the literary world. Bailey meticulously explores the themes of democracy, individualism, and nature that define Whitman's verse, offering readers a deep dive into the philosophy behind his most famous collection, ""Leaves of Grass."" The text evaluates Whitman's departure from traditional meter and rhyme, positioning him as the pioneering father of free verse. Bailey examines the poet's unique ability to capture the American spirit while also assessing his place within the broader tradition of English-language literature. This study balances biographical detail with rigorous literary evaluation, addressing both the initial reception of Whitman's work and his eventual ascent to the status of a global literary icon. For students of poetry and history alike, this volume remains an essential resource for understanding the man who reshaped modern aesthetics and the power of the poetic voice. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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