d Parallelism Whitman frequently employs repetition for emphasis and musicality, such as in “Song of Myself,” where phrases like “I celebrate myself” recur to reinforce individualism and collective unity. Parallelism and cataloging are al
nomic growth and societal change. Cultural and Artistic Movements The late 19th century was a vibrant period for arts and culture, and Fyfe captures this vibrancy: The flourishing of Victorian literature, with authors like Oscar Wilde and Thomas Hardy gaining prominence. Artistic movements su
'Leaves of Grass'? The 1855 edition emphasizes themes of democracy, individualism, nature, and the human spirit, establishing Whitman's focus on transcendentalism and celebration of the American identity. How did Walt Whitman’s editing process influence the evolution fro
