Founding the Whitman Society
Poet involved
What happened
In 1887, Sadakichi Hartmann founded the Whitman Society in Boston, Massachusetts, dedicated to promoting the works and ideals of Walt Whitman. This organization served as a platform for discussions and appreciation of Whitman's contributions to American literature.
Literary impact
By founding the Whitman Society, Hartmann not only solidified his commitment to Whitman's literary legacy but also positioned himself as a key figure in the American literary scene, advocating for the values of democracy and individuality in poetry.
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