<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Much like the fresh leaves of grass in the title, the poems in this seminal collection by one the most beloved American poets of all time are fragrant with the author's zest and exaltation for life. Rich in lyricism and exuberant imagery, these poems are Whitman's ode to the human body and soul. <br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Walt Whitman</b> was an American writer, poet, and humanist whose major work is <i>Leaves of Grass</i>.