by Peter James | Oct 20, 2024 | John Greenleaf Whittier
Two things stand out about the life of John Greenleaf Whittier (1807-1892): his poetry and his devotion to Christ. These two central ambitions combine to effect lasting change in the battle over slavery. First, his poetry. John became the most popular of the...
by Peter James | Feb 28, 2024 | John Greenleaf Whittier
He thought seriously about running for Congress. He was already an established editor at twenty-five and emerging as a respected poet. He wrestled with the decision about whether to join the anti-slavery movement. It would surely jeopardize his literary and political...
