Lesson 6: A Growing Nation (1800–1870): Part II
Objectives
After successfully completing this lesson, you should be able to
- identify and describe the major beliefs of transcendentalism.
- identify and discuss the ways in which Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau reflect the principles of transcendentalism in their writing.
- identify and discuss three major ideas or themes expressed in the poetry of Emily Dickinson, providing examples of imagery used by Dickinson to help visually convey her ideas.
- differentiate between the poetic techniques of exact rhyme and slant rhyme.
- recognize Walt Whitman’s respect for the ideals of democracy and individualism.
- identify and discuss the ways in which Whitman expresses his admiration of the common man.