More information to be announced soon on this forthcoming title from Penguin USA.
Gary Schmidgall Book order
Gary Schmidgall is a professor of English at Hunter College and a distinguished scholar of Walt Whitman. His work delves deeply into Whitman's oeuvre, exploring both his personal life and literary legacy. Schmidgall's approach is marked by meticulous analysis and a commitment to connecting Whitman's poetry with its historical context. His expertise also extends to Shakespeare and the intersection of literature and opera.
- 2013
- 2001
Intimate with Walt: Whitmans Conversataions with Horace Traubel
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Horace Traubel's extensive conversations with Walt Whitman provide a rich exploration of the poet's life, thoughts, and relationships. This condensed volume distills nearly 5,000 pages into five sections, covering Whitman's daily life, artistic beliefs, and candid opinions on various subjects, including race and religion. It also delves into his friendships and final days, offering a unique glimpse into the mind of America's first great national poet. The work combines humor, poignancy, and insight, making it an accessible oral history of Whitman's remarkable life.