Walt Whitman

Walt Whitman

(1819–1892) editor United States

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[Wikidata] American poet, essayist and journalist (1819–1892)... | [Wikipedia] Walter Whitman Jr. was an American poet, essayist, and journalist; he also wrote two novels. He is considered one of the most influential poets in American literature and world literature. Whitman incorporated both transcendentalism and realism in his writings and is often called the father of free

About Walt Whitman

Walter Whitman Jr. was an American poet, essayist, and journalist; he also wrote two novels. He is considered one of the most influential poets in American literature and world literature. Whitman incorporated both transcendentalism and realism in his writings and is often called the father of free verse. His work was controversial in his time, particularly his 1855 poetry collection Leaves of Grass, which was described by some as obscene for its overt sensuality.

Known for:

Leaves of Grass|O Captain! My Captain!

Notable works:

Leaves of Grass

Awards:

New Jersey Hall of Fame

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