In Whitman's fifteenth canto of his epic poem, "Song of Myself," Whitman explores the role each individual plays in society. Whitman is a transcendentalist author, and like Thoreau, he celebrates he individual counter parts within society. His writing indicates that everyone has a place in society, and thier role is key in creating a larger system. It is ironic that Thoreau condemns society, when Whitman praises in, which shows thier contrasting point of view. Whitman appreciates the values of individual work and shows everyone should be content within society, as they are all a vital component of it. Thoreau seems to be unaware that unity and conformity, within society, can be benefitIal and showcase die ideal talents rather than undermine them. Whitman's postive attitude is a refreshing take on transcendentalism and highlights to good in society rather than the bad.
I agree that Walt Whitman's views are very similart to Thoreau's views. But, I do not agree that Walt Whitman uses "Song of Myself" to only celebrate the narrator. I believe that the "Song of Myself" is celebrating everyone because he says that the narrator is equaivalent to everyone and he as long with everyone else should be celebrated.
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