FAQ About Walt Whitman
Did Walt Whitman have any notable influences on his poetry?
Walt Whitman was influenced by a range of writers and philosophers, including Ralph Waldo Emerson and its transcendental themes of nature and individualism. He was also inspired by the works of Shakespeare and the Bible, which informed his narrative style and depth of exploration into the human spirit. Additionally, Whitman's work as a journalist exposed him to a wide array of American social and political issues, which deeply influenced his poetic themes and his focus on democracy and equality.
