“From purest wells of English undefiled None deeper drank than he, the New World's Child, Who in the language of their farm field spoke The wit and wisdom of New England folk.”
Quote by John Greenleaf Whittier
Work
Personal Poems, Complete Volume IV., the Works of Whittier: Personal Poems
This volume is the fourth in a series that compiles the personal poetry of John Greenleaf Whittier, a prominent 19th-century American poet. The collection features a selection of Whittier's introspective and deeply felt poems, offering a glimpse into his personal experiences and thoughts. more
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John Greenleaf Whittier
John Greenleaf Whittier was an American poet known for his sympathy towards the working class and his advocacy for social justice. His poetry extensively covered social, political, and moral issues, profoundly influencing American literature in the 19th century. more
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