Beloved American Poet WALT WHITMAN signed copy of his masterpiece "Leaves of Grass". G. Putnam and Sons incredibly rare limited edition printing of 90 total copies featuring hand-made deckled edge paper. 60 copies being printed for sale in the United States and 30 for sale in Great Britain. This is #6 of the English printing. At the front of this copy is the hand-signed page that was removed from the original autographed complete edition of 1888 and rebound into the Putnam edition.
 
 
Whitman's signature is handsome and bold across the title page, ink imprint of Whitman's signature to the page in front of it. Book has an additional page with a printed signature beneath Whitman's poem "Come, Said my Soul". Several illustrations throughout. 
 
 
CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC BY JAMES SPENCE (JSA) Authentication Services EXPERT EXAMINATION. Sale includes original JSA Letter of Authenticity.  UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED GENUINE - simply one of the finest WHITMAN books available on the market. A high quality investment piece. 
 
 
Original pages and covers of the Putnam edition. Soiling and foxing throughout as to be expected 120+ year old book. Wear to both covers as shown. 
 
 
Own a remarkable, original piece of literary history! The perfect gift for the aspiring poet, rare book enthusiast, or autograph collector. A must have addition to any collection or library!
 
 
Sold as is as shown.