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#####To getter up of the books—Printer and proof readerabout 1876poetry2 pageshandwritten; Full handwritten
To getter up of the books—Printer and proof reader
On the verso of the third leaf is a corrected proof of The Singer in the Prison, also described in this
The page numbers refer to Samuel Penniman Bates' book, The Battle of Gettysburg (Philadelphia: T.H.
1Address Books, 1876-86 (3 v.)loc.00150xxx.00793[Two Rivulets]1876-1886poetrymore than 17 leaveshandwritten
; An address book filled with names and addresses, notes, figures, lists, and trial lines for poems and
Contained within the address book are trial lines, which Whitman labeled "Old Proverb," called [I'd make
1Address Books, 1876-86 (3 v.)loc.04691xxx.00794[Glendale birthdays]1876-1886poetryabout 22 leaveshandwritten
; An address book filled with names and addresses, figures, lists, and notes describing various spring
1881poetryhandwritten1 leaf; Proof of Old War-Dreams with note at bottom in Whitman's hand: "Walt Whitman's New Book
work of art (where it is effective, refined), but because so thoroughly characteristic of me—of the book
with the nature of the profile itself: "It is appropriate: the looking out: the face away from the book
I am after nature first of all: the out look of the face in the book is no chance" (Wednesday, October
Whitman; Many thanks for your letter, & the promise of an early copy of your book.
Whitman will publish and sell his book himself.
Two Rivulets was published as a companion volume to the book.
As a faithful student of your books, I have made it my business to obtain every edition I could, and
May 24, '76) Jan. '76 sent paper & circ Apr 4. see notes Sept 3 & 5 1888 Harry Buxton Forman to Walt
Whitman referred to Rossetti's edition as a "horrible dismemberment of my book" in his August 12, 1871
The book included a preface and twelve poems.
For more information on the first edition of Leaves of Grass, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books
Grass on May 18, 1876, and Memoranda During the War on June 14 or 15, 1876 (Whitman's Commonplace Book
bits) "Two Rivulets," the other Vol. has some new stuff—will write further to you soon anent of the books
Burroughs would write several books involving or devoted to Whitman's work: Notes on Walt Whitman, as
Two Rivulets was published as a companion volume to the book.
Would like to have say a four or five column article for the paper embodying the poems, &c. of my new book
—making a resume of the book in advance giving the principal pieces, (hitherto unpublished—& to be first
Burroughs would write several books involving or devoted to Whitman's work: Notes on Walt Whitman, as
Johnson is likely referring to Philosophy of Moral Feelings, a book by Scottish physician and philosopher
The book was published in many editions in the U.S. and England after its first appearance in 1833, including
My new book wont won't be out yet, publicly, for a month.
It is not in my new book, & is entirely fresh.
Man-of-War-Bird") appeared in The Athenaeum (April 1, 1876), 463, which paid WW £3.3 (Whitman's Commonplace Book
Of course they are hitherto unpublished—(my book in which they go, will not be out for at least three
1876, Walt Whitman noted receipt of $50 from Marst Halstead of the Cincinnati Commercial (Commonplace Book
In 1888, Whitman observed to Traubel: "Dowden is a book-man: but he is also and more particularly a man-man
It is very pleasant to me to find you liked my Shakspere Shakespeare book, but much more to know that
But I do not doubt that half-a dozen of my friends will wish to have the books, so I should be obliged
if you would send a parcel containing six copies of Each book—the Autograph 1876-Edition.
of alleged deficiency of form & beauty in your poems, one who announced that he had never read your books
Dowden is likely referring to his book Shakespere: a Critical Study of his Mind and Art (London: Henry
Burroughs would write several books involving or devoted to Whitman's work: Notes on Walt Whitman, as
Whitman referred to Rossetti's edition as a "horrible dismemberment of my book" in his August 12, 1871
Two Rivulets was published as a companion volume to the book.
, in which he describes his intended book.
Ever yours affectionately With best wishes Alfred Webb Feb. '76 Alfred Webb, Dublin Sent books by mail
In 1888, Whitman observed to Traubel: "Dowden is a book-man: but he is also and more particularly a man-man
The book is an intertwining of the author's characteristic verse, alternated throughout with prose; and
pieces, here, some new, some old—nearly all of them (somber as many are, making this almost Death's book
In You, whoe'er you are, my book perusing, In I myself—in all the World—these ripples flow, All, all,
He says, as he introduces these little note-book mementoes of the war: Vivid as life they recall and
Perfume this book of mine, O blood-red roses! Lave subtly with your waters every line, Potomac!
In front of him was a little marble-topped table, with two of his last books lying on top of a big family
In reply to a question as to when his book would be ready, and who was the publisher, Mr.
Whitman said: "The book will be ready now in about two weeks.
By the way, who writes the dramatic criticisms and book notices for T HE T IMES ?
It was about this time that his first book, "Blades of Grass," was published.
Tribune of last Saturday (19th ) had the 2½ column synopsis of my new book, pretty full & fair —I suppose
He was wounded in the First Battle of Fredericksburg (December 1862) and was taken prisoner during the
He sent her a copy of Leaves of Grass on July 27, 1876 (Commonplace Book, Charles E.
Whitman sent a set of books to her, as mentioned in his March 23, 1876 letter to Ellen O'Connor.
I am glad we know about those rascally book agents —for many of us are wanting a goodish number of copies
may all come together— Perhaps dearest friend you may be having a great difficulty in getting the books
and distributors in the 1870s were extremely fraught, and as a result, a large number of his unsold books
In 1873, Whitman entrusted his books to Asa K.
Thomas O'Kane, a New York book dealer, assumed possession of the books from Butts, as well as a number
of books from Michael Doolady, a New York bookseller and publisher.
Whitman justified his decision, writing that "No established publisher in the country will print my books
I agreed on the 25th that we at once ask you to oblige each of us with copies of your forthcoming books
G. wish her books to be copies of the Two Ri vulets only .
In 1888, Whitman observed to Traubel: "Dowden is a book-man: but he is also and more particularly a man-man
Two Rivulets was published as a companion volume to the book.
Whitman referred to Rossetti's edition as a "horrible dismemberment of my book" in his August 12, 1871
Whitman sent the two books on March 2, 1876 (Commonplace Book, Charles E.
Whitman sent the photograph to O'Grady about October 19, 1876 (Commonplace Book, Charles E.
I shall send the books very soon by express in a package to his address. I have just written to E.
In 1888, Whitman observed to Traubel: "Dowden is a book-man: but he is also and more particularly a man-man
He calls the new book "Two Rivulets," for it contains a stream of prose and a stream of verse: Two Rivulets
Nor is it only in the form of the pieces composing the book that he follows a double line.
Whitman gives his own portrait from life in the book-a large, bending gray-haired man, 'looking at you
I close my extracts from advance sheets of the book with two little pieces of a political character:
we believe authentically, that Whitman has never yet found (and has not to-day) a publisher for his books
Every book has been handled by him, contains his signature, and the photograph and pictures put in by
Whitman, (P.O. address permanently here in Camden, New Jersey,) sells these books exclusively himself
Wishing to have these books and also to contribute a trifling amount towards the promulgation of such
& to humanity, I enclose twenty Dollars which I hope you will accept in payment for one set of the books
Johnson N M Johnson (order for books—sent March 17, '76) Nancy M.
Whitman, Yesterday your post-card & your very welcome books reached me.
Whitman began planning the book in 1863; see his letter to publisher James Redpath of October 21, 1863
, in which he describes his intended book.
Whitman referred to Rossetti's edition as a "horrible dismemberment of my book" in his August 12, 1871
Whitman referred to Rossetti's edition as a "horrible dismemberment of my book" in his August 12, 1871
My books are out, the new edition, a set of which, immediately on 'receiving your letter' of 28 , I have
welcome dribbles hitherward from the sales of my new edition which I just job & sell, myself, (as the book
in New York have successively, deliberately, badly cheated me) & shall continue to dispose of the books
I wish you to notify me—by postal card will do—soon as you receive your books sent on the 15th—I wish
"No established publishing house will publish his books.
paper & some slips, same mail with this—I have written very lately to W M Rossetti about my affairs, books
America— March 23 Yours of March 5 recd. received with enc. enclosed —Books will be sent hence by Baldwin's
Whitman referred to Rossetti's edition as a "horrible dismemberment of my book" in his August 12, 1871
These transactions are confirmed in Whitman's Commonplace Book (Charles E.
grows well, hearty & bright—the rest well as usual—E[dward] recovered, & all right—my (new Edition) books
volumes to Johnson on March 17, 1876, and Memoranda During the War on April 20, 1876 (Commonplace Book
it may be that out of this hubbub some one in London may take a notion to rush & crudely reprint my books—I
printers, for a London edition, with an especial Preface note—& altogether as I should like to have the books
authorise authorize you to make any arrangement about publishing, terms, &c. you think best—only the books
In the afternoon the books, I dont don't know how to settle down my thoughts calmly enough to write,
nor how to lay down the books (with delicate yet serviceable exterior, with inscription making me so
this today but send what I have written without delay that you may know of the safe arrival of the books
Two Rivulets was published as a companion volume to the book.
Whitman referred to Rossetti's edition as a "horrible dismemberment of my book" in his August 12, 1871
Rivulets directly to Simpson on April 23, 1876, and Leaves of Grass on June 12, 1876 (Commonplace Book
address of the friend & giver, to send him or her at least one special autograph copy, or set, of my books
For the future I really think the income from my books, if it can be utilized, promises amply enough
get any one to pay me something down ahead—I revoke what I said about the shilling edition —let the books
Reynell on May 18, 1876, and Memoranda During the War on June 14 or 15, 1876 (Whitman's Commonplace Book
sent the 1876 edition on May 18, and Memoranda During the War on June 14 or 15 (Whitman's Commonplace Book
431 Stevens st Camden April 4 Dear Dan: I take an interest in the boy in the office, Harry Stafford—I
Stafford in weak health— I am anxious Harry should learn the printer's trade thoroughly—I want him to
Although the New York Tribune had printed Whitman's review of his own books earlier in the year (see
What I want to know is the precise fact about the prices &c of your books.
Rossetti Please tell me also how you like me to send over the various sums I have received for your books
I presume you send the books direct to the purchasers: not but that I receive & distribute them if really
In 1888, Whitman observed to Traubel: "Dowden is a book-man: but he is also and more particularly a man-man
Whitman began planning the book in 1863; see his letter to publisher James Redpath of October 21, 1863
, in which he describes his intended book.
Walt Whitman Your parcel of books by express has been delayed—not yet gone—will go in two or three days—You
Edwd Carpenter sent books April 25 by mail one set of books sent, & rec'd Two sets sent Leeds. 8.
Of one thing I am sure—from internal evidence so to speak—namely that your books have never been a source
Two Rivulets was published as a companion volume to the book.
from John Swinton as he speaks of your kind desire to subscribe for some copies of my new edition, books
was sent on June 1, 1876; Walt Whitman noted receipt of $50 from Ward on June 6, 1876 (Commonplace Book
Feinberg Collection); Walt Whitman noted receipt of $50 from Ward on June 6, 1876 (Whitman's Commonplace Book
I read this afternoon in the book. I read its first division which I never before read.
It is more to me than all other books and poetry."
Jardine, most of whom ordered copies of the books.
Although the New York Tribune had printed Whitman's review of his own books earlier in the year (see
He was editor of the Springfield Republican from 1868 to 1872, and was the author of books dealing with
Sent books by express prepaid—April 21 Karns City Butler Co County Pa Pennsylvania April 14th 1876 Walt
On April 21, 1876, Whitman wrote to Morrison, confirming that the books had been sent.
Transcript.This postcard to Stedman has been dated on the basis of an entry in Whitman's Commonplace Book
Stedman | 80 Broadway N Y. | sent books, slips photo | &c | $30.00" (Charles E.
volumes on April 12, 1876, and on May 5, 1876 he noted to John Swinton that Stedman had purchased books
My dear Walt Whitman: I met a mutual friend last evening who informed me he had just procured your books
, since he had been so fortunate and understood how to do it, to write at once for me and have the books
Besides I want your name written in the books if not asking to too much for so little.
Johnson, you will please write in the books, saying they are from you to me, and then lay them to one
Two Rivulets was published as a companion volume to the book.