Leaves of Grass (1855 First Edition Text)

Leaves of Grass (1855 First Edition Text) Synopsis

From one of America's best loved and most important poets comes a masterpiece. Leaves of Grass is considered by many to be the greatest collection of poetry ever produced by an American. And this the 1855 First Edition Text is considered the strongest and most important of the many editions produced throughout Whitman's life. Here Whitman is at the height of his writing prowess and no other edition would match it for strength and impact."The most extraordinary piece of wit and wisdom that America has yet contributed." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

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