John Greenleaf Whittier

John Greenleaf Whittier

(1807–1892) journalist United States

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[Wikidata] American Quaker poet and advocate of the abolition of slavery (1807-1892)... | [Wikipedia] John Greenleaf Whittier was an American Quaker poet and advocate of the abolition of slavery in the United States. Frequently listed as one of the fireside poets, he was influenced by the Scottish poet Robert Burns. Whittier is remembered particularly for his anti-slavery writings, as well as his 18

About John Greenleaf Whittier

John Greenleaf Whittier was an American Quaker poet and advocate of the abolition of slavery in the United States. Frequently listed as one of the fireside poets, he was influenced by the Scottish poet Robert Burns. Whittier is remembered particularly for his anti-slavery writings, as well as his 1866 book Snow-Bound.

Known for:

Snow-Bound: A Winter Idyl|Song of the Negro Boatmen|Child Life: a collection of poems|Centennial Hymn|A Dream of Summer|Harvest Hymn|Hymn|The Eternal Goodness|Laus Deo!|My Birthday|My Psalm|Our Country|The Corn-Song|The Fishermen|The Light That Is Felt|The Poor Voter on Election Day

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