Walt Whitman: The Measure of His Song
Walt Whitman: The Measure of His Song
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1981
Book Brief
536
Book • Nonfiction
1981
Adult
16-18 years
Super Short Summary
<Walt Whitman: The Measure of His Song> by Jim Perlman, Ed Folsom, and Dan Campion examines Walt Whitman's vast influence on literature and culture from his contemporaries to modern writers, featuring poems, letters, and essays from diverse authors who were inspired by or wrote about Whitman. Starting with Ralph Waldo Emerson's 1855 letter praising Leaves of Grass, the anthology showcases voices like Henry David Thoreau, Ezra Pound, Allen Ginsburg, and Pablo Neruda, emphasizing Whitman's enduring relevance.
Contemplative
Inspirational
Emotional
Nostalgic
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Review Roundup
Walt Whitman: The Measure of His Song by Jim Perlman is lauded for its comprehensive exploration of Whitman's impact on poetry and culture. Reviewers commend its thorough and diverse critical perspectives but note that it may be dense for casual readers. Overall, it is seen as an essential read for enthusiasts of Whitman's work and American literary studies.
Who Should Read Walt Whitman: The Measure of His Song?
Readers who appreciate deeply lyrical poetry and rich literary analysis will enjoy Walt Whitman: The Measure of His Song by Jim Perlman. Fans of Leaves of Grass or scholars of American Transcendentalism, akin to Emerson enthusiasts, will find the book particularly engaging. The text appeals to those invested in 19th-century American literature and poetic innovation.
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536
Book • Nonfiction
1981
Adult
16-18 years
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