Bryant, William Cullen (1794-1878) - American poet and editor of the New
York Evening Post who practiced law before devoting his life to writing. A
master of blank verse, Bryant's earliest works are considered his best.
"I Will Send Them Prophets and Apostles" (1864) - A hymn. Opening lines:
All that in this wide world we see, / Almighty Father! speaks of Thee;...
