Walt Whitman, Yesterday & Today by Henry Eduard Legler
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"Walt Whitman, Yesterday & Today" by Henry Eduard Legler is a critical examination of the life and work of the iconic American poet Walt Whitman, written during the early 20th century. The book serves as a historical account, illustrating both the public and critical reception of Whitman’s most famous work, "Leaves of Grass," which initially garnered a mix of scorn and praise following its controversial debut in the mid-19th century. Through Legler's
analysis, readers gain insight into the societal attitudes towards Whitman's unorthodox themes of sexuality and individuality, as well as the evolving perception of his contributions to American literature. The book provides a chronological narrative of how Whitman’s poetry was received over the decades, detailing the initial outrage it provoked along with the eventual recognition of its genius and significance. Legler examines Whitman's bold stance on themes of democracy, sexuality, and nature, arguing that despite early criticisms labeling him as crude and indecent, his work is ultimately a profound celebration of humanity. Through selected poems and critical commentary, the author portrays Whitman not only as a literary pioneer but also as a key figure in the American cultural landscape, whose authentic voice laid the groundwork for future generations of poets and thinkers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Legler, Henry Eduard, 1861-1917 |
|---|---|
| Title | Walt Whitman, Yesterday & Today |
| Alternate Title | Walt Whitman, Yesterday and Today |
| Credits |
Produced by Irma Spehar and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Whitman, Walt, 1819-1892 -- Criticism and interpretation |
| Subject | Whitman, Walt, 1819-1892 -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 31027 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-31027-5 |
| Release Date | Jan 20, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 267 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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