Whitman

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Set against a backdrop of natural beauty, the author reflects on his deep connection to Walt Whitman's poetry, likening his rustic retreat to the essence of the poet's work. The landscape, marked by rugged cliffs and serene springs, embodies both elemental power and modern gentility, mirroring Whitman's themes of nature's grandeur and vitality. The author recounts his initial encounter with Whitman's writings, highlighting the allure of their fresh perspective and the poet's embrace of wildness as a source of strength and inspiration.