It’s easy to fall in love with Walt Whitman’s poetry.
Linocut by Paul Peter Piech featuring lines from Whitman’s poem “I Sing the Body Electric”. The title is used in a song for the Broadway show “Fame”. (Currently displayed in the classroom)
It speaks to all men and women, creating connections through nature and human commonalities. It’s no wonder that Whitman’s life and poetry have been referenced in countless books, movies and songs.
At the Walt Whitman Birthplace, we want to create a compilation of the best film scenes, song clips and literary quotes written and created by others that showcase Walt Whitman. To aid in our endeavor, we want you to share your favorite Walt Whitman pop culture moment!
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