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Democracy in the Poetry of Walt Whitman

Thomas Riggs

Democracy in the Poetry of Walt Whitman

(Greenhaven Press Oct. 5, 2012)
Great literature resonates with us not only because of well-developed characters and plots, but also because it often reflects important social themes; these books explore a work of literature through the lens of the major issue reflected in it.; Volume explores Walt Whitman's poetry through the lens of democracy. Coverage includes: an examination of Whitman's life and influences, a look at key ideas related to democracy and Whitman's poetry-for example, Whitman's views of democratic comradeship a; This series brings together the disciplines of sociology and literature in a unique format designed to support cross-curricular studies. Each volume explores a work of literature through the lens of the major social issue reflected in it, and features car
Series
Social Issues in Literature
ISBN
0737763787 / 9780737763782
Weight
8.8 oz.
Dimensions
6.0 x 1.0 in.

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