John Whittier Treat

John Greenleaf Whittier was an influential American Quaker poet and ardent advocate for the abolition of slavery in the United States. His poetry, influenced by Scottish poet Robert Burns, is known for its strong moral conviction and compassion. Whittier's verses often captured the beauty of New England and explored themes of justice and humanity. His work established him as a key figure in 19th-century American literature and one of the Fireside Poets.