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What Is the Grass: Walt Whitman in My Life

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Mark Doty

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Exploring the profound influence of Walt Whitman, Mark Doty intertwines biography, criticism, and memoir to reflect on the connections between his own life and Whitman's "Leaves of Grass." Doty delves into themes of identity, body, and soul, revealing how Whitman's voice continues to resonate in contemporary life. Through this intimate examination, he captures the enduring power of poetry and its ability to shape personal and collective experiences.

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Title: What Is the Grass: Walt Whitman in My Life
Language: English
Authors: Mark Doty
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Released: 2021
Format: Paperback
Pages: 288
ISBN13: 9780393541410
Tags: Fiction, Non-Fiction, Biographies and Thoughts, Poetry, Autobiography and Memoirs, LGBTQ+, Criticism
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
Description: Exploring the profound influence of Walt Whitman, Mark Doty intertwines biography, criticism, and memoir to reflect on the connections between his own life and Whitman's "Leaves of Grass." Doty delves into themes of identity, body, and soul, revealing how Whitman's voice continues to resonate in contemporary life. Through this intimate examination, he captures the enduring power of poetry and its ability to shape personal and collective experiences.