Song of the Broad-Axe

The book features a limited edition facsimile of Wharton Esherick's artistic interpretation of Walt Whitman's "Song of the Broad-Axe," showcasing his unique hand lettering and illumination across each page. It includes eighteen original woodblock illustrations that embody Esherick's artistic vision. Accompanied by a restrike of the woodcut "Welcome are all the earth's lands" and an illustrated essay by curator Paul Eisenhauer, this collection is presented in a custom cloth case, ensuring it remains a cherished keepsake.