Biography
Walter Whitman Jr. (/ˈhwɪtmən/; May 31, 1819 – March 26, 1892) was an American poet, essayist, and journalist; he also wrote two novels. He is considered one of the most influential poets in American literature and world literature. Whitman incorporated both transcendentalism and realism in his writings and is often called the father of free verse. His work was controversial in his time, particularly his 1855 poetry collection Leaves of Grass, which was described by some as obscene for its overt sensuality.
Born
May 31, 1819 – Mar 26, 1892
West Hills, Town of Huntington, Long Island, New York, USA
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Writing
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Most critically rated
Highest TMDB score (min 100 votes)
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Highest TMDB vote count (attention / reach proxy; not box office)
- 1
683 votesBull Durham
1988 · movie
- 2
479 votesDr. Quinn, Medicine Woman
1993 · tv
- 3
469 votesLeaves of Grass
2009 · movie
- 4
384 votesIntolerance: Love's Struggle Throughout the Ages
1916 · movie
- 5
144 votesL.I.E.
2001 · movie
- 6
80 votesManhatta
1921 · movie
- 7
12 votesGoodbye, My Fancy
1951 · movie
- 8
9 votesAmerican Torso
1975 · movie
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