Walt Whitman Poetry Collection

Leaves of Grass, Various Works and Poems, and a Complete Biography of Walt Whitman

By: Walt Whitman, Ralph Waldo Emerson, CSA Publishing

Narrated by: Tom Chandler

Five works in one collection. This audiobook of his treasured poetry collection walks you through a time when the American Experiment came to a new maturity; when the Transcendentalist Movement forever changed life and poetry.

Work 1: Leaves of Grass
Written as a compilation of poems in the mid-1800s celebrating humanity, the value of the human mind, and nature. These poems in this collection were heavily inspired by Ralph Waldo Emerson, himself a romantic, and the Transcendentalist Movement that was popular at the time. While most of the poems offer praise to nature and a person’s relative role in it, the title itself, Leaves of Grass, is a pun minimizing the value of the very paper that they were written on.

Work 2: Ralph Waldo Emerson and Walt Whitman's Letter Correspondence
The very complex relationship between Emerson and Whitman was publicly displayed in open letters that they had scribed to one another. Emerson, enthusiastically welcoming Whitman to his great career, made a very public proclamation of awe-inspiring praise to the poet.

Work 3: O Captain! My Captain!
Written about the death of President Abraham Lincoln, this poem emphasizes the grief and sorrow felt by the American people in the throes of mourning upon his assassination.

Work 4: When Lilacs Last in the Dooryard Bloom’d
Written in the summer of 1865 during the country’s profound national mourning over the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln, this poem was a pastoral elegy referencing the recently concluded Civil War. Whitman uses imagery and symbols to describe the president, his death, and the emotional experience.

Work 5: A Complete Biography of Walt Whitman by CSA Publishing

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A Treasure Trove for Whitman Lovers!

This audiobook is an excellent collection for anyone interested in Walt Whitman. Having "Leaves of Grass" alongside other significant works like his elegy for Lincoln and the included biography offers a comprehensive look at the poet's life and powerful writing. A truly valuable addition to any poetry lover's library.

Highly recommend

This edition brings together the depth and beauty of Whitman's work in a really thoughtful way. Leaves of Grass alone is worth it, but having other poems and a full biography included makes it feel complete. The language is powerful, emotional, and surprisingly relevant even today. Highly recommend for anyone interested in classic American poetry.

Nice collection

This is a very nice audiobook collection of Walt Whitman poetry. Narrator does a fantastic job! The biography as the last book is a nice addition also. Excellent for fans of WW or poetry!

Great introduction to poetry for me.

I’m new to poetry, and this audiobook was a wonderful introduction to Walt Whitman’s work. The narration was able to bring the poems to life. A great listen for anyone curious about poetry or creative writing.

Great Compilation if you're a Whitman Fan.

It was a great listening experience. As a poetry student, I was always taught that not only do the words of creative writing matter but how you deliver them conveys their meaning. The performance was pretty good for a casual listening experience. This collection is of great value. It is great for students or for anyone wanting to expand their academic knowledge or is just someone who appreciates free verse, poetry, creative writing, and the like.

Great collection

The language is a bit convoluted, but once you get used to it, it was good. Loved hearing the evolution of thought and emotion across the different writings.

Thoughtful Collection

This audiobook is a comprehensive and enriching journey through Walt Whitman's most iconic poetry and personal letters. From the inspirational Leaves of Grass to the deeply emotional O Captain! My Captain! and When Lilacs Last in the Dooryard Bloom’d, each piece captures the essence of 19th-century American life and thought.

Historical Poetry Kept Alive

The Walt Whitman Poetry Collection is a classic collection by the famous historical poet Walt Whitman. It's great to see audiobooks like this to keep this poetry alive. My favorite is The Leaves Of Grass. This would be excellent to listen to if you love poetry. It would also be fantastic for a high school English literature class.

Timeless

Listening to this was a powerful experience. The poems, especially Leaves of Grass and O Captain! My Captain!, are timeless and deeply moving, capturing themes of nature, humanity, and loss. The addition of a biography was quite nice and added some context. While I loved the content, the narration was hit or miss. At times, it felt overly theatrical and didn’t always match the tone of the poetry, which was a bit distracting. That said, the collection itself is a fantastic introduction to Whitman’s work and a must-listen for anyone interested in classic American poetry.

A Journey through a Poets Eyes

Listening to this collection was like stepping back into the 1800s. The narrator truly brought the poet’s words to life, offering a profound glimpse into that era. This book is a must for anyone curious about historical perspectives and poetic expression. I found myself captivated by the themes and insights. Highly recommend for those wanting to explore timeless poetry!