A Mixtape for Walt Whitman
I’ve been into these historical birthdays, lately. A few weeks ago it was the centennial of Robert Johnson, the musician, and then last week was number 70 for Bob Dylan, a musician and a poet, and this week marks what would have been the 192nd birthday of Walt Whitman, a poet and a patriot. One hundred and ninety-two years! Think about how long before the Civil War this dude was born, and then think about how relevant and readable and accessible he still is, and then kick back in a hammock and listen to these tunes I am quite sure he would enjoy while you read some of his invigorating, thoughtful, and exquisitely-worded work. Read More »
