Laws for Creations

Exploring the ecstatic and democratic vision of humanity, this work delves into Walt Whitman's enduring impact on American culture during transformative historical moments like the Civil War and the Industrial Revolution. Michael Cunningham brings Whitman's poetry to life, illustrating its relevance across time. In "Laws for Creations," he reflects on Whitman's significance in his own life and writing, weaving the poet's essence into the fabric of his new novel.