1. The Follies of Nationalism
He writes poetry and is considerably gentle and kind - a representation of all things good in the world. ... He is no longer Paul - or even a German, for that matter - he is simply a soldier. ... Coupled with the physical ruin was the destruction of the spirit of an entire generation of soldiers; totally drained of emotions, they became self-centered and thoughtless, almost animal-like. ... Remarque also displays the feelings of confusion and contempt held by the soldiers, who feel as though they have been wronged not by the opposing forces, but by their own government. ... Baumer's d...
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