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.; Whitman also dined with him on October 13, 1885 (Whitman's Commonplace Book, Charles E.
Whitman did not record either in his letters or in his Commonplace Book a visit of Gilchrist and her
Apparently Whitman was unable to visit the Staffords before March 7 (Whitman's Commonplace Book, Charles
Love to you & George, Harry & all— Walt Whitman Walt Whitman to Susan Stafford, 18 January [1887]
The poet visited the Staffords on January 23 when the weather was milder (Whitman's Commonplace Book,
the fall & early winter—I busy myself writing some & reading a little—am doing quite well with my books
companionless— Susan I suppose you got the letter I sent you about twelve days ago—I also sent one to Harry
—Harry told me he was having a pretty good winter—has he drunk up the little bottle of Whiskey?
Whitman went to Glendale on Friday, March 11, 1881, and remained three days (Whitman's Commonplace Book
Stevens Street Camden Sunday afternoon Jan: 16 My dear friends You havn't haven't sent for the two big books
been snowed in a good deal lately, I have opened them & read quite a good deal in them—they are queer books
lively—makes things fly sometimes I have been in all day reading & writing—I have put up two sets of my books
sickness around here, much diphtheria—Well I must stop—Good bye & Good bless you friends Susan, George, & Harry
In his Commonplace Book Whitman noted sending two volumes to John A.
Whitman went to Glendale on Saturday, April 2, the year appears to be correct (Whitman's Commonplace Book
Stafford on February 22 (Whitman's Commonplace Book, Charles E.
Harry brought the poet a chicken and strawberries on February 15 (Whitman's Commonplace Book).
rec'd from Edward Carpenter —the dear good young man—I have just written him a few lines—told him ab't Harry
On May 23 Whitman noted in his Commonplace Book (Charles E.
Carpenter—a socialist philosopher who in his book Civilisation, Its Cause and Cure posited civilization
Camden Dec: 1st noon I suppose Harry has written to you —still I will send you this, for good measure—What
Ever your Harry P.S.
little for it shows me that (as you say) you can write, and I was really afraid you could not —The big book
I shall write a special letter as soon as I get the big book.
Whitman wanted to publish a "big book" that included all of his writings, and, with the help of Horace
The book was published in December 1888.
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
You ought to have some copies of the big book by now and I shall hope to get one in a very few days.
I am reading Parkman's histories—they are most fascinating books—have read "La Salle and Discovery of
Gurd who has become quite a book man these late years.
Whitman wanted to publish a "big book" that included all of his writings, and, with the help of Horace
The book was published in December 1888.
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
Bucke gives Parkman's books incorrect titles.
Osgood and Co., the publishers of the seventh edition (1881–1882) of Leaves of Grass, that Whitman's book
Stevens wrote: "We are of the opinion that this book is such a book as brings it within the provisions
Glad to see that the big book keeps sailing along—hope it will be in some kind of shape by the time I
Bucke is referring to the book by Whitman that would be published in December 1888 with the title of
He wrote to Whitman frequently, beginning in 1880, and later produced with Karl Knortz the first book-length
brought up near the sea wh exerts a profound influence on the mode of thought & feeling of each. 2 M s books
Burroughs would write several books involving or devoted to Whitman's work: Notes on Walt Whitman, as
Your big book seems to rather drag.
Bucke is referring to the book by Whitman that would be published in December 1888 with the title of
He wrote to Whitman frequently, beginning in 1880, and later produced with Karl Knortz the first book-length
in their jackets, (which is the only way a potato should ever be cooked), and have a very middling book
find you enjoying the same blessing"—seriously I trust all is going well with you—and with the big book
Bucke is referring to the book by Whitman that would be published in December 1888 with the title of
hard, hard)— I send Rolleston's short note—What I am specially tickled ab't is that a big five pound book
Feb. 2 nd The big book with its kind inscription arrived today—I like much the 1 volume plan.
Its a book one can walk about in, as in a great land, & see things of inexhaustible meaning and promise—And
Frederick Oldach bound the book, which included a profile photo of the poet on the title page.
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
Whitman's "big book" is a reference to his Complete Poems and Prose of Walt Whitman (1888).
Whitman published the book himself—in an arrangement with the Philadephia publisher David McKay, who
Horace Traubel records Whitman's first reactions to the new book in Traubel, With Walt Whitman in Camden
fancy, contemplation, of a small edition of L of G with Annex & "Backward Glance," all bound in pocket-book
but have lent it over to McKay to look at—shall keep it for you—no rec't yet of the German trans: book—Dr
Whitman had a limited pocket-book edition of Leaves of Grass printed in honor of his 70th birthday, on
For more information on the book see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
He was the author of many books and articles on German-American affairs and was superintendent of German
Rolleston on the first book-length translation of Whitman's poetry, published as Grashalme in 1889.
Alexander Gardner (1821–1882) of Paisley, Scotland, was a publisher who reissued a number of books by
process" plate (considerably reduced) of that ¾ pict: McK[ay] got in N Y. is good, & I shall use it in book
Rolleston, Ireland, acknowledging his "Complete" —He says "I like much your one volume plan—It's a book
He was the author of many books and articles on German-American affairs and was superintendent of German
Rolleston on the first book-length translation of Whitman's poetry, published as Grashalme in 1889.
and apparently liked the critic's work on Leaves of Grass—Whitman even had Sarrazin's chapter on his book
For more information on the book, see James E.
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
He was editor of the Springfield Republican from 1868 to 1872, and was the author of books dealing with
observed to Traubel: "I am even inclined to rate it above all the other things so far said of the book
Whitman often referred to Complete Poems & Prose (1888) as his "big book."
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
Burroughs would write several books involving or devoted to Whitman's work: Notes on Walt Whitman, as
sunny weather—Am sitting here by the oak-fire—Ed has gone over to Donaldson's with a copy of the big book
Whitman's Complete Poems & Prose (1888), a volume Whitman often referred to as the "big book," was published
Frederick Oldach bound the book, which included a profile photo of the poet on the title page.
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
themselves—I also send the French Nouvelle Revue of May last —I shall send you & Dr B. copies of the German book
Alexander Gardner (1821–1882) of Paisley, Scotland, was a publisher who reissued a number of books by
Reminiscences of Walt Whitman in 1896 after a long and contentious battle with Kennedy over editing the book
For more information on the book, see James E.
Frederick Oldach bound the book, which included a profile photo of the poet on the title page.
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
Wilson, Glasgow, to hurry up the copy for the book "W W the Poet of Humanity"—as he, Wilson, is ready
word to a German scholar friend at Zurich, Switzerland, to look after the proofs of the translation book
He was the author of many books and articles on German-American affairs and was superintendent of German
Rolleston on the first book-length translation of Whitman's poetry, published as Grashalme in 1889.
He wrote to Whitman frequently, beginning in 1880, and later produced with Karl Knortz the first book-length
He was editor of the Springfield Republican from 1868 to 1872, and was the author of books dealing with
and apparently liked the critic's work on Leaves of Grass—Whitman even had Sarrazin's chapter on his book
day—nothing very late from him—cloudy dark raw here like snow in prospect— McKay is going off "on the road" (book
selling &c) in ab't a week—takes the new bound big book " with him—wants of me, a formal pledge that
Whitman is referring to his book November Boughs, which was published in October 1888.
For more information on the book, see James E.
1860–1918) was a Philadelphia-based publisher, whose company, founded in 1882, printed a number of books
Whitman often referred to Complete Poems & Prose (1888) as his "big book."
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
and apparently liked the critic's work on Leaves of Grass—Whitman even had Sarrazin's chapter on his book
The book was published in December 1888.
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
and apparently liked the critic's work on Leaves of Grass—Whitman even had Sarrazin's chapter on his book
Davis received $140 after paying her attorney's fee of $50 (Whitman's Commonplace Book, Charles E.
Burroughs would write several books involving or devoted to Whitman's work: Notes on Walt Whitman, as
Carpenter—a socialist philosopher who in his book Civilisation, Its Cause and Cure posited civilization
—and we try to fix on some style—(calf or more likely half-calf)—for the better binding of the big book
some—(or perhaps one will be sent you f'm Boston—If no other way, I shall send you my copy)—the big book
For more information on the book, see James E.
Whitman often referred to Complete Poems & Prose (1888) as his "big book."
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
Whitman received $307.91 from McKay, $5.59 being deducted for an unspecified reason (The Commonplace-Book
and apparently liked the critic's work on Leaves of Grass—Whitman even had Sarrazin's chapter on his book
The price of the book should have been more than $6.
Whitman often referred to Complete Poems & Prose (1888) as his "big book."
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
For more information on the book, see James E.
Edw'd Carpenter's, as you will see —( Nov: B is more likely to be read and take than any other of my books
However, on June 27, 1889, he sent Duckett $10 (Whitman's Commonplace Book, Charles E.
For more information on the book, see James E.
Carpenter—a socialist philosopher who in his book Civilisation, Its Cause and Cure posited civilization
18 '88 Sent you quite a letter & budget of papers last evn'g—hope you rec'd them right—hope the big books
Whitman's "big book" is a reference to his Complete Poems and Prose of Walt Whitman (1888).
Whitman published the book himself—in an arrangement with the Philadephia publisher David McKay, who
Whitman was still deciding on a "better binding of the big book," his Complete Poems and Prose, some
reach me & are always welcome—I keep up—but gain not—am & have been reading the latter two Carlyle books
He wrote to Whitman frequently, beginning in 1880, and later produced with Karl Knortz the first book-length
He was the author of many books and articles on German-American affairs and was superintendent of German
Rolleston on the first book-length translation of Whitman's poetry, published as Grashalme in 1889.
On September 2, 1888, Richard Maurice Bucke inquired about Kennedy's projected book: "I fear publishers
For more information on the book, see James E.
moment—have drink'd some sherry mix'd with milk—(wine, whey)—Hope you have rec'd the copies of the big book
accomplish'd yet—Yours of 15th rec'd—Am sitting up—a dismal dark sticky rainy day—Suppose the big books
Whitman wanted to publish a "big book" that included all of his writings, and, with the help of Horace
The book was published in December 1888.
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
bad factor in my complication— Have succeeded in a cheap & initiatory dress (binding) for the big book
Whitman wanted to publish a "big book" that included all of his writings, and, with the help of Horace
The book was published in December 1888.
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
for my breakfast—went well—I suppose you rec'd the Critic and American sent last night—I believe the books
(Whitman's Commonplace Book, Charles E.
He has done little work since completing his last book "November Boughs."
Nov 24 As I write Ed W is making up the bed—he is a good nurse to me & does well—I believe the big book
a long collation & brief Biog: of Kant in Prof: Hedge's "Prose Writers of Germany" (a big valuable book
Whitman often referred to Complete Poems & Prose (1888) as his "big book."
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
half—had some sleep—have had my supper (some rice pudding, stew'd apple, & a cup of tea)— The big book
Whitman wanted to publish a "big book" that included all of his writings, and, with the help of Horace
The book was published in December 1888.
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
Horace comes in & tells me the binder Oldach promises some finish'd copies (cheap binding) of the big book
The nearly 900-page book was published in December 1888.
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
Whitman often referred to Complete Poems & Prose (1888) as his "big book."
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
Whitman is referring to Complete Poems & Prose, which contained three books (Leaves of Grass, Specimen
cloudy half-&-half—not cold— Your good letter came this morning—I am having some copies of the big book
Whitman wanted to publish a "big book" that included all of his writings, and, with the help of Horace
The book was published in December 1888.
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
Peter Van Egmond (Hartford: Transcendental Books, 1972).
Whitman wanted to publish a "big book" that included all of his writings, and, with the help of Horace
The book was published in December 1888.
For more information on the book, see Ed Folsom, Whitman Making Books/Books Making Whitman: A Catalog
Carpenter—a socialist philosopher who in his book Civilisation, Its Cause and Cure posited civilization
—a dark half rainy day not cold—sold two books to-day —am sitting here as usual in the big chair dawdling
For more information on the book, see James E.
Reading, England, Leaves of Grass and Specimen Days for "Mrs: General Faber" (Whitman's Commonplace Book
Fields wrote a book of reminiscences of his friendships with various authors, called Yesterdays with
been sitting here trying to interest myself in the morning papers—Tom Harned took 200 of the little book
yours had not yet gone—I urged him to see they were sent forthwith—(there is a good deal in the little book—partly
as a curio —partly as a momento of L of G. history)— P M —Of course still sitting here—"potter" around
She has read yr books & Bucke's ever since she has returned.
Peter Van Egmond (Hartford: Transcendental Books, 1972).
Peter Van Egmond (Hartford: Transcendental Books, 1972).
The book was published in 1889 by Philadelphia publisher David McKay.
Echoes" to Henry Mills Alden of Harper's New Monthly Magazine and asked $100 (Whitman's Commonplace Book
The "3 or 4 sonnets poemets," as the poet characterized the work in his Commonplace Book, were eventually
and apparently liked the critic's work on Leaves of Grass—Whitman even had Sarrazin's chapter on his book
night Oct. 28 '89 Horace has been in & bro't a copy of the actual finish'd bound "Camden's Compliment" book
It looks very well —& it has seem'd to me as I have just been looking over it an almost incredible book
curious & incredible—Have had some New England (Fall River, Mass) visitors this afternoon, who bo't books
the old Adam will burst forth—perhaps does good to let out the gall for a little—have been reading a book
I would that I could look in on you now & then in your wilderness of books & papers!
The book was published in 1889 by Philadelphia publisher David McKay.
Peter Van Egmond (Hartford: Transcendental Books, 1972).
On October 31, 1889, Whitman noted in his Commonplace Book (Charles E.
me for more money—damn him—he ought to be crush'd out as you w'd a bed-bug" (Whitman's Commonplace Book
(from Keble's very popular book of poems for the Sundays of the church year, The Christian Year [1827