“I say no body of men are fit to make Presidents, judges and generals, unless they themselves supply the best specimens of the same; and that supplying one or two such specimens illuminates the whole body for a thousand years.”
Quote by Walt Whitman
Work
Specimen Days & Collect
This book is a compilation of short narratives that delve into a range of subjects and portray diverse characters, offering readers a glimpse into different aspects of human experience. more
Author
Walt Whitman
American poet, considered one of the pioneers of American poetry. His work, 'Leaves of Grass,' has had a profound impact on American poetry. more
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