1894 - Leaves of Grass

“I bequeath myself to the dirt to grow from the grass I love…”By Walt Whitman

Published 1894
David McKay, Publisher/ Philadelphia

A groundbreaking work in American literature, known for its celebration of the individual, nature, and the interconnectedness of all life. Whitman continued to revise and expand the collection throughout his life, and multiple editions were released.

This is a posthumous printing of Whitman’s complete final edition, published two years after his death. Includes Sands at Seventy, Good-Bye My Fancy, and other later additions reflecting Whitman’s last vision for his life’s work.

Bound in original dark green cloth with gilt spine lettering. Gilt top edges. Binding secure. Clean interior. Bumping and light rubbing to spine edges/ corners and light rubbing to board edges. Small puncture at crown of spine. Neat inscription to front  endpaper. 438pp.

Condition: Good +

Size: 5 1/2” x 8 3/4” 

A beautiful, collectible piece of American literary history.