A Prophet Of Joy

A Prophet of Joy is a biographical book written by Gamaliel Bradford that chronicles the life and work of the American poet and essayist, Walt Whitman. The book explores Whitman's early life, his experiences during the Civil War, and his literary career. It also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with his family and his lovers. The author portrays Whitman as a prophet of joy who celebrated the beauty of life and love in his poetry, and who believed in the interconnectedness of all things. The book is a tribute to Whitman's legacy as one of America's greatest poets and thinkers, and an exploration of the ideas that shaped his work. Bradford's writing style is elegant and engaging, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in literature, poetry, or American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.