Yankee Gypsies

In "Yankee Gypsies," John Greenleaf Whittier weaves a rich tapestry of American rural life and cultural identity during the 19th century. The poem explores themes of freedom, wanderlust, and the romanticized notion of the gypsy spirit, capturing the essence of the American frontier while also provoking thought about societal norms and the depths of human experience. Whittier employs a colloquial y...