Quotation by

Walt Whitman

A great city is that which has the greatest men and women.

Women

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Walt Whitman means that the quality of a city depends on the outstanding individuals who live there, including both men and women. He emphasizes that the presence of remarkable women, alongside men, is essential for a city to be considered truly great.

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