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“I like the scientific spirit—the holding off, the being sure but not too sure, the willingness to surrender ideas when the evidence is against them: this is ultimately fine—it always keeps the way beyond open—always gives life, thought, affection, the whole man, a chance to try over again after a mistake—after a wrong guess.”

Quote by Walt Whitman

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Walt Whitman's Camden conversations

This book compiles a selection of dialogues and discussions from Walt Whitman's interactions with various individuals during his residence in Camden. The conversations reflect Whitman's thoughts on poetry, democracy, and his personal experiences, offering insight into his perspective and the cultural context of the time. more

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Walt Whitman
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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