Leaves of Grass

Walt Whitman's groundbreaking collection of poems celebrates the beauty and diversity of the American landscape and the unique spirit of the nation. Originally published in 1855, Leaves of Grass has become a classic of American literature, and a testament to the power of verse to capture the essence of a people and a place.

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