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Overview"Catherine Reef's fascinating, in-depth biography explores the life and character of one of America's greatest poets, incorporating highlights from his writings and photographs of the poet and the America he experienced.In ""Leaves of Grass,"" first published in 1855, Whitman's innovative, free poetic style celebrated nineteenth-century America and himself as one of its citizens.His poems captured the spirit of a time when cities grew rapidly, pioneers and railroads crossed the Great Plains, and the Civil War nearly tore the nation apart.This book combines detailed historical information with Whitman's optimism, love for humanity, and pure joy in living." Full Product DetailsAuthor: ReefPublisher: Houghton Mifflin Imprint: Houghton Mifflin (Trade) Dimensions: Width: 19.10cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 25.40cm Weight: 0.481kg ISBN: 9780618246168ISBN 10: 0618246169 Pages: 160 Publication Date: 01 November 2002 Recommended Age: From 8 to 12 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |