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Walt Whitman

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American poet, essayist and journalist (1819–1892)

American poet who is often called the father of free verse.

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Alum News: Celebrating 200 years of Walt Whitman

This news piece highlights the enduring cultural legacy of Walt Whitman and past efforts to celebrate his bicentennial through exhibitions and scholarly programming.

Bryn Mawr College·2026-09-19

Walt Whitman - Wikipedia

An updated overview of the life and works of Walt Whitman, exploring his legacy as the first 'poet of democracy' and his influence on American literature.

Wikipedia·2026-08-26

Walt Whitman Archive - Wikipedia

This article details the digital scholarly archive dedicated to Walt Whitman, noting its recent 2024 publication of nearly 800 articles written by the poet for the Brooklyn Daily Times.

Wikipedia·2026-07-12

Walt Whitman helped define the voice and spirit of American literature

This article discusses how Whitman revolutionized American poetry and examines his complex relationship with Ralph Waldo Emerson, who famously praised and later regretted his endorsement of 'Leaves of Grass'.

1440·2025-05-21

Articles tagged as Walt Whitman | Smithsonian Magazine

A collection of articles featuring Walt Whitman, including recent coverage of his legacy in Brooklyn and comparisons of his work to modern AI-generated poetry.

Smithsonian Magazine·2025-03-14

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