Walt Whitman, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right, wea
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Walt Whitman, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right, wea
Walt Whitman, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right, wearing hat. Date 1863
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This head-and-shoulders portrait of Walt Whitman, the renowned American poet, was captured in 1863. Whitman, who is often referred to as the father of free verse, wore a simple hat tilted slightly to the side, adding an air of casual sophistication to his appearance. His piercing gaze, fixed on some distant point beyond the camera, reveals a deep introspection and an unwavering commitment to his art. Born on May 31, 1819, in Huntington, Long Island, New York, Whitman's poetic voice was shaped by his experiences as a nurse during the Civil War. His groundbreaking work, "Leaves of Grass," was first published in 1855 and continued to evolve throughout his life, reflecting his belief in the beauty and worth of every individual. This belief is encapsulated in the famous opening lines of "Song of Myself": "I celebrate myself, and sing myself, / And what I assume you shall assume, / For every atom belonging to me as good belongs to you." Whitman's innovative style, which broke away from traditional poetic forms, influenced a generation of poets and continues to inspire writers today. His impact on American literature is immeasurable, and his words continue to resonate with readers around the world. This portrait, with its intimate and revealing glimpse into the mind of this literary titan, serves as a poignant reminder of Whitman's enduring legacy.
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