“There is no week nor day nor hour when tyranny may not enter upon this country, if the people lose their roughness and spirit of defiance.”

American poet of the mid-19th century, Whitman is best known for his groundbreaking collection *Leaves of Grass*, which redefined free verse and celebrated democracy, individuality, and the human experience. His work blends raw lyricism with unflinching observations of life, labor, and nature, making him a cornerstone of American literature.