Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman

Some books whisper. This one sings.

Step in from the salt air and settle in with the work that forever changed the course of American poetry. Walt Whitman’s ecstatic, sprawling free verse shocked, enraged, and delighted the critics of his day with its bold celebration of the body, the natural world, and the sheer joy of being alive. More than a century later, those poems still hum with life.

This elegant gift edition reproduces the 1855 original, that dramatic first entrance into the world of poetry, before decades of revision. It’s a lovely little thing to hold. Gold-gilded page edges catch the light. The paper is premium, acid-free, and archival-quality, made to last for generations of readers. And the compact size (just 4-1/2″ wide by 7-1/2″ high) means it slips easily into a bag for a quiet afternoon along the Marginal Way.

A few reasons to make room on your shelf:

• Hardcover gift edition with a handsome dust jacket
• Gold-gilded page edges and archival-quality paper
• 176 pages, perfectly sized for reading anywhere
• A timeless addition to any home or office library

Whitman (1819–1892), the New York poet, journalist, and essayist, is widely considered the father of contemporary American poetry. Once controversial, his work is now revered for its explorations of freedom, nature, and the human spirit. He believed that “to have great poets, there must be great audiences.”

Consider yourself invited. Come linger, browse, and discover why these pages have endured. We’d love to help you find your next favorite read.

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