The Fight of a Book for the World

'The Fight of a Book for the World' serves as a comprehensive and passionate companion volume to Walt Whitman’s seminal work, 'Leaves of Grass'. Written by William Sloane Kennedy, a dedicated observer of Whitman’s legacy, this study chronicles the tumultuous reception and eventual triumph of one of the most influential collections in American literary history.Kennedy provides a detailed account of the struggles Whitman faced in gaining recognition for his revolutionary verse, detailing the initial hostility from critics and the subsequent shift in global perception. The volume explores the 'battle' for the acceptance of Whitman’s unique style and democratic vision, offering invaluable insights into the social and intellectual climate of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Beyond mere history, the work functions as a deep investigation into the reception and bibliography of Whitman’s poetry across various nations.A vital resource for scholars of American literature and fans of the 'Good Gray Poet,' 'The Fight of a Book for the World' illuminates the legacy of a masterpiece that redefined the boundaries of poetry and thought. It stands as a testament to the enduring power of literature to challenge, provoke, and ultimately transform the global cultural landscape.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.