Song of the Open Road
Discover the essence of American transcendentalism in Walt Whitman's Song of the Open Road from Leaves of Grass. This classic poem celebrates freedom and the joy of journeying, where the road becomes a metaphor for life's adventure and self-discovery. Embrace self-reliance and a deep connection with nature as societal constraints dissolve on this open road. Experience the universe as a road for traveling souls. -Walt Whitman
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Walt Whitman's Song of the Open Road, from his seminal work Leaves of Grass, is a celebration of freedom and the joy of journeying. In this classic poem, the road becomes a metaphor for life's journey, brimming with possibilities, adventures, and the promise of personal discovery. Song of the Open Road encapsulates the essence of American transcendentalism, advocating for self-reliance and a deep connection with nature. Whitman's language and verse reflect the free spirit of the open road, where societal constraints dissolve and the individual becomes one with the world. “To know the universe itself as a road, as many roads, as roads for traveling souls.” —Walt Whitman
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Subject: Language Arts
Brand: Applewood Books
Publisher Date: 11/15/2023
Dimensions: 6.50 x 4.00 x 0.30
UPC: 9781429096386
Pages: 40
