One can also relate to Whitman’s curiosity and joy upon learning new things, such as how far the Earth is from the Sun, or to telescopes and how they work. Being easily interesting is one thing; being enthralled with curiosity and wonder as Whitman was is completely different. The ...
The long brown path before me, leading wherever I choose. Henceforth I ask not good-fortune—I myself am good fortune; Henceforth I whimper no more, postpone no more, need nothing, Strong and content, I travel the open road. The earth—that is sufficient; I do not want the constellation...