Wound Dresser
Wound Dresser
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The Wound Dresser is a poignant collection of letters penned by Walt Whitman during the Civil War, capturing his experiences in Washingtons hospitals. Addressed to The New York Times, the Brooklyn Eagle, and his beloved mother, these heartfelt missives are expertly curated by Richard Maurice Burke, M.D., one of Whitmans literary executors. Join us as we delve into the raw emotions of war and the human spirit through Whitman’s eyes.
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Centers around themes of war, humanity, and personal reflection as illustrated through Whitman’s letters. Episodes include discussions of specific letters addressed to his mother, insights into his experiences in hospitals, and analyses of his emotional expressions related to the Civil War, highlighting the impact of conflict on the human spirit.
The Wound Dresser is a poignant collection of letters penned by Walt Whitman during the Civil War, capturing his experiences in Washingtons hospitals. Addressed to The New York Times, the Brooklyn Eagle, and his beloved mother, these heartfelt missives are expertly curated by Richard Maurice Burke, M.D., one of Whitmans literary executors. Join us as we delve into the raw emotions of war and the human spirit through Whitman’s eyes.
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