Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman

Leaves of Grass

Walt Whitman

384 pages first pub 1855 (editions)

fiction classics poetry inspiring reflective slow-paced
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Leaves of Grass is ideal for readers seeking a contemplative, philosophical exploration of humanity’s connection to nature and the self, rooted in bold, sensual language that challenges conventional morals.

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"I am large, I contain multitudes" A Penguin Classic When Walt Whitman self-published his Leaves of Grass in July 1855, he altered the course of literary history. One of the greatest masterpieces of American literature, it redefined the rules of ...

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Community Reviews

3.99
based on 8,173 reviews

Moods

reflective: 85%

inspiring: 59%

emotional: 43%

hopeful: 31%

challenging: 29%

relaxing: 17%

adventurous: 15%

lighthearted: 11%

mysterious: 8%

sad: 7%

informative: 6%

dark: 4%

funny: 3%


Pace

9% of readers chose fast
24% of readers chose medium
66% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

4% of readers chose Plot
2% of readers chose A mix
10% of readers chose Character
82% of readers chose N/A
Plot
A mix
Character
N/A

Strong character development?

3% of readers chose Yes
7% of readers chose Complicated
7% of readers chose No
81% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

14% of readers chose Yes
4% of readers chose Complicated
3% of readers chose No
77% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

10% of readers chose Yes
4% of readers chose Complicated
9% of readers chose No
75% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

6% of readers chose Yes
12% of readers chose Complicated
6% of readers chose No
74% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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