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When I Heard the Learn’d Astronomer BY WALT WHITMAN
When I heard the learn’d astronomer,
When the proofs, the figures, were ranged in columns before me,
When I was shown the charts and diagrams, to add, divide, and measure them,
When I sitting heard the astronomer where he lectured with much applause in the lecture-room,
How soon unaccountable I became tired and sick,
Till rising and gliding out I wander’d off by myself,
In the mystical moist night-air, and from time to time,
Look’d up in perfect silence at the stars
Discussion:
The student attend a lecture on Astronomy then views the stars in an open firld.
The poem discusses the difference between abstract thought astronomy and physics) and the appreciation of nature and beauty through personal observation.
It could also examine the meths of observing and experiencing life to the scientist and the artist.
What else can I help you with?
What is true of this excerpt from Walt Whitmans poem When you Heard the Learnd Astronomer in the mystical moist night air and from time to time?
He uses alliteration with the words "mystical/moist," "time/time," and "silence/stars."
Walt Whitmans shocking collection of emotional poems?
leaves of grass
In Walt whiteman poem when i heard the learn astronomer how does the lecture make the speaker feel?
Sick
At the end of Walt Whitman's poem When I Heard the Learn'd Astronomer where does the speaker go?
Oh, dude, in Walt Whitman's poem, the speaker basically peaces out from the boring lecture hall and heads outside to chill under the stars. Like, he's all about experiencing the wonders of the universe firsthand, not just listening to some nerdy astronomer drone on. So, yeah, he bounces to appreciate the beauty of the night sky on his own terms.
Who is more famous William Shakespeare or Walt Disney?
It depends on where you are and who you are and it also depends on your definition of "famous". Nobody can interview everyone in the world to find out if they have heard of Shakespeare or not.
Who wrote When I Heard the Learned Astronomer?
Walt Whitman
What is true of this excerpt from Walt Whitmans poem When you Heard the Learnd Astronomer in the mystical moist night air and from time to time?
He uses alliteration with the words "mystical/moist," "time/time," and "silence/stars."
What is the theme of when you heard the learned astronomer?
If you are talking about the poem "When I Heard the Learned Astronomer" by Walt Whitman, I'm not positive but for the quiz that I did on this poem I said that he was trying to emphasize how important astronomers, their studies, and their work were especially during the Space Race.
Walt Whitmans shocking collection of emotional poems?
leaves of grass
What aspect of Walt Whitmans writing did Ezra pound reject?
Whitman's excessive wordiness
Does Walt Whitman use a metaphor with the word time in his poem When i heard the Learn'd astronomer?
Yes, in the poem "When I Heard the Learn'd Astronomer," Walt Whitman uses the concept of time to contrast the analytical, scientific presentation with the experiential, awe-inspiring moment of observing the stars in the night sky. Time serves as a metaphor for the poet's journey from intellectual analysis to a deeper appreciation of the wonders of the universe.
What is true off this excerpt Walt Whitman's poemWhen I Heard Learn'd Astronomer?
He uses alliteration with the words "mystical/moist," "time/time," and "silence/stars."
In Walt whiteman poem when i heard the learn astronomer how does the lecture make the speaker feel?
Sick
How did president Lincoln's rhetoric about the war differ from Walt whitmans?
Lincoln spoke generally about the human cost of war
How did Walt Whitmans rhetoric about the war differ from President Lincoln's?
Lincoln spoke generally about the human cost of war
Walt whitman?
Walt Whitman was the son of a quaker carpenter. his fathers name was Walter Whitman. whitmans mothers name was louisa van velsor, was descended from dutch farmers.
In Walt whitmans poem i heard?
Walt Whitman's poem "I Heard You Solemn-Sweet Pipes of the Organ" reflects his experience listening to music that evokes deep emotions and spiritual connection. The poem celebrates the power of music to uplift the soul and create a sense of unity and harmony among listeners. Whitman uses vivid imagery and lyrical language to convey the profound impact of music on the human spirit.
