Walt Whitman's "Leaves of Grass," encompassing both the original 1855 edition and the 1892 Death Bed Edition, presents a groundbreaking exploration of self, nature, and the collective American experience. Whitman employs free verse, juxtaposing rich imagery with philosophical musings, thereby transcending traditional poetic forms and inviting readers to celebrate the beauty of individualism and democracy. At its core, the work articulates a vision of unity among all things, blending the persona ...