Leaves of Grass (Annotated)

"I celebrate myself, and sing myself," marks the beginning of Walt Whitman's Leaves of Grass, an ambitious and evolving work that he refined over thirty-six years. This critical edition features the complete poems from the "Deathbed Edition" of 1891–92, alongside an insightful critical essay and biographical context that guide readers through Whitman's intricate themes and innovations in American verse. Designed for both newcomers and dedicated fans, this version provides a comprehensive pathway to understanding the foundational text of American poetry.