Walt Whitman, the Poet of Democracy

This biography of Walt Whitman provides a fresh perspective on the life and work of one of America's greatest poets. William Gay explores the political and social context in which Whitman lived and wrote, emphasizing his commitment to democracy and equal rights. With a wealth of historical detail and literary analysis, this book is a timely reminder of the enduring relevance of Whitman's vision.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.