The Gathering of the Forces; Editorials, Essays, Literary and Dramatic Reviews and Other Material Written by Walt Whitman as Editor of the Brooklyn Daily Eagle in 1846 and 1847. Edited by Cleveland Rodgers and John Black, With a Foreword and a Sketch of W

Step into the world of Walt Whitman during his time as editor of the Brooklyn Daily Eagle with this fascinating collection of his editorials, essays, and reviews. Gain insight into the mind of one of America's greatest poets and intellectuals as he grapples with the issues of his day and reflects on the power of literature and the arts. A must-read for fans of Whitman and anyone interested in the development of American culture in the mid-19th century.

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