Leaves of Grass (1871-72)


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SAVANTISM.

Thither, as I look, I see each result and glory retracing
         itself and nestling close, always obligated;
Thither hours, months, years—thither trades, compacts,
         establishments, even the most minute;
Thither every-day life, speech, utensils, politics, per-
         sons, estates;
Thither we also, I with my leaves and songs, trustful,
         admirant,
As a father, to his father going, takes his children
         along with him.
 
 
 
 
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