Walt Whitman

Walt Whitman as the Poet of Democracy

Walt Whitman as the Poet of Democracy Introduction: Walt Whitman is often hailed as the “poet of democracy” in American literature. In his work, Leaves of Grass, Whitman celebrated the ideals of equality, freedom, and individuality, which are central to the democratic spirit.  Whitman’s free verse style broke traditional poetic forms, symbolizing the openness and […]

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