self in literature

Contains two editions of Walt Whitman's collection of poems, including the 1855 first edition which contains twelve unnamed poems, and the 1891-92 "deathbed edition" which Whitman finished months before his death and includes almost four hundred poems.

Presents a collection of critical essays on Walt Whitman's "Song of Myself," and includes a chronology of the author's life and works along with bibliography and notes.

The author presents a collection of essays that examines the works of six poets including Robert Lowell, Elizabeth Bishop, John Berryman, Randall Jarrell, Delmore Schwartz, and Sylvia Plath, and discusses the major themes and techniques of each poet's work.

Presents a meditation on the life and work of the iconic literary figure, analyzing fifteen of his best-known novels to illustrate Vonnegut's engagement with the "American Dream" in its various incarnations as well as his outrage at the ethos of "survival of the fittest" mentalities.

A study of Virgina Woolf's works and her writing process. Examines the contradictions in her life and work such as her critique of marriage and her devotion to her husband. Draws on Woolf's own commentary on the creative process.

Chronicles the life of author Roald Dahl, discussing his childhood, schooling, inspirations, career achievements, and personal life.

Explores how poems have been used as autobiographies throughout time.

An introduction to the life and works of Anne Bront?, presenting discussions of her poetry and two novels, "Agnes Grey" and "The Tenant of Wildfell Hall.".