Walt Whitman: Poetry for Young People

Walt Whitman: Poetry for Young People by Whitman, Walt. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780806995304.

"An outstanding introduction to Whitmans life and work. A biographical sketch and a description of the time period...preface this collection of 26 poems and excerpts. Levin... introduces each selection with pertinent information about its relevance to a larger work, its relationship to Whitmans beliefs, or the symbolism within it... selections are thought provoking, descriptive, and full of emotion. Burkes pastel drawings add to the feelings...and to the emotional impact of each poem...This superb volume can be used to teach literature or to show a variety of poetic devices and style."--School Library Journal. 48 pages (all in color), 8 1/2 x 10.