Overview

American poet Walt Whitman was best known for his poetry collection Leaves of Grass published in 1855. Whitman revised the collection multiple times throughout his life. The final edition was published in 1892, containing over 400 poems including “Song of Myself,” “Out of the Cradle Endlessly Rocking,” and “When Lilacs Last in the Dooryard Bloom’d.” Whitman’s poetry is known for its exploration of the connection between the self and the world through an influential utilization of free verse. His work created a lasting impact on American poetry, receiving praise for its democratic spirit and celebration of the human body.

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