Walt Whitman is one of America's most famous poets. His name is recognized by most people even though they have never taken the time to sit down and read his work. This website can be used as a tool to look at some of Whitman's poems and learn how to appreciate what he has written. This website will serve as a starting point in reading Whitman, it will let you know about him and the times that he lived so that you man get a better understanding of the man.
His works include:
-Leaves of Grass, first edition, 1855
-Drum Taps, 1865
-Sequel to Drum Taps, 1865
-Passage to India, 1870
-Democratic Vistas, 1871
-Memoranda During the War, 1875
-Specimen Days and Collect, 1881
-November Boughs, 1888
-Leaves of Grass, "deathbed" edition, 1891
-Goodbye, My Fancy, 1891