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Walt Whitman experienced first-hand the ravages of the Civil War as a volunteer nurse in the hospitals of Washington D.C. During that time, he filled notebooks with "impromptu jottings" that became the basis of two works: Drum-Taps, a collection of 71 poems, and Memoranda During the War, an intimate diary of his experience tending to the sick and dying during the war. These two historical works are presented here, narrated by acclaimed actor Bronson Pinchot.

This volume of poetry brings together poems throughout history with very special women. The relationship with our Mother is one of the most powerful many of us will ever feel. It rivals those with our children and partners in a way that both permeates and challenges how and on what terms we live our lives. A woman giving birth is not only bringing life into the World, she is doing so, usually, at great pain to herself.

In this collection of poetry, Wordsworth, Browning, Kipling, and Yeats are joined by Emily Dickinson, Walt Whitman, Daniel Sheehan, Amy Lowell, Christina Rossetti, and others, all of whom bring words of insight, charm, and emotion. It’s a rich and rewarding combination.

The role of Fathers has changed much over the course of centuries. Men are now better suited to a role of co-parent in this modern age rather than the stilted, slightly aloof figure of times past. Being a Father is, of course, both a blessing and a burden. This modern day parenting in a frenetic fast changing world has to be both learnt and adapted from some inner well of memory from generations past as well as on the job experience.

In the preface to Leaves of Grass, Whitman states, "The United States themselves are essentially the greatest poem". The themes of equality for all people, fertility, sacredness of self, beauty in death, love of comrades, and the immortality of the soul prevail.

Von den Fesseln der Form befreit lässt Walt Whitman seinen Gedanken freien Lauf. Seltsamer und interessanter Weise trifft er dabei öfters ins Schwarze als man es womöglich für möglich halten könnte. Sein leidenschaftliches prosaisches Lyrik-Monument ist von feinstem Geist durchdrungen und ein Plädoyer für Gleichberechtigung, Menschlichkeit und Demokratie! Der legendären Grashalme zweiter Teil.

Von den Fesseln der Form befreit lässt Walt Whitman seinen Gedanken freien Lauf. Seltsamer und interessanter Weise trifft er dabei öfters ins Schwarze als man es womöglich für möglich halten könnte. Sein leidenschaftliches prosaisches Lyrik-Monument ist von feinstem Geist durchdrungen und ein Plädoyer für Gleichberechtigung, Menschlichkeit und Demokratie! Der legendären Grashalme erster Teil.

Walt Whitmans Gedichtzyklus gehört zu den berühmtesten Werken der amerikanischen Lyrik. "O Kapitän, mein Kapitän!" - wer kennt nicht diese Worte, gemünzt auf den verstorbenen Abraham Lincoln? Die "Grashalme" sind ein gewaltiges Werk, ein Gesang auf Natur, Liebe und Amerika.

Here, in this volume history’s greatest poets convey thoughts, feelings and sentiments of love to you in quick (or bite-size) conversations of verse that can slip into your day and your partner's heart.

Aspects Of Love is a captivating anthology that delves into the multifaceted nature of erotic love. This collection begins with Platos renowned work, The Symposium, where men gather over a meal, each sharing their unique perspectives on love. Following this inspired format, each selected piece in this anthology presents a distinct exploration of loves many forms—be it the thrill of infidelity, the warmth of marriage, or the beauty of same-sex relationships. From the eloquent verses of Donne, Whitman, Shakespeare, and Sappho, this anthology invites readers to journey through the diverse ...

Walter Whitman was an American poet, essayist and journalist. A humanist, he was a part of the transition between transcendentalism and realism, incorporating both views in his works. Whitman is among the most influential poets in the American canon, often called the father of free verse. His work was controversial in its time, particularly his 1855 poetry collection Leaves of Grass, which was described as obscene for its overt sensuality. Whitman's own life came under scrutiny for his presumed homosexuality.

The Wound Dresser is a poignant collection of letters penned by Walt Whitman during the Civil War, capturing his experiences in Washingtons hospitals. Addressed to The New York Times, the Brooklyn Eagle, and his beloved mother, these heartfelt missives are expertly curated by Richard Maurice Burke, M.D., one of Whitmans literary executors. Join us as we delve into the raw emotions of war and the human spirit through Whitman’s eyes.

For more than 160 years, Walt Whitmans novel Life and Adventures of Jack Engle, was lost in the shadows of history, overlooked and forgotten. Its existence was only hinted at in the scattered notes of Whitmans works studied by graduate student Zachary Turpin. The characters Covert, Wigglesworth, Smytthe, and Jack Engle were present, but no completed work with them had ever been discovered. After exhaustive research and countless hours scanning old newspaper pages, Turpin stumbled upon an advertisement for an upcoming serial that matched his notes. With this discovery, a hidden gem of ...

In this volume of classic poetry our wordsmiths are our companions on journeys near and far. They describe and create worlds that we can explore with them, word by word and line by line. In the company of Keats, Wordsworth, Bronte, Whitman, Kipling and a wealth of others these journeys in verse will be like no other.

‘A dime a dozen’ as known in America, is perhaps equal to the English ‘cheap as chips’ but whatever the lingua franca of your choice in this series we hereby submit ‘A Rhyme a Dozen’ as 12 poems on many given subjects that are a well-rounded gathering, maybe even an essential guide, from the knowing pens of classic poets and their beautifully spoken verse to the comfort of your ears.

The American Classics Collection - Volume Two includes some of the most iconic and influential works of American literature, read by a talented team of narrators including Adam Sims, Nathan Osgood, Jonathan Keeble, Robert G. Slade, Ian Porter, Chirstopher Ragland, Katherine Fenton, and Peter Noble. From satirical masterpieces to grand tales of love, war, and The Roaring Twenties, in this collection you will discover award-winning writing that effortlessly spans genre and style.