Introduces the man and his writings. Provides an overview of his early years, his literary career, and his legacy.

Encyclopedia article provides an overview of Whitman's life and work.

An illustrated history of the poet's life complete with biography, timeline, selected works, and video clips. From PBS.

Detailed biography, selection of poems, and portrait.

Biographical article focuses on the qualities that set Whitman's work apart.

Includes detailed biographical essay, online texts, letters, and contemporary reviews of Whitman's works.

Student-written biography includes photographs of the poet and a sample of his writing.