1. E.E. Cummings and His Works
Tension mounts with the Colonel when Olaf screams to his platoon "I will not kiss your fucking flag," 5 and later refuses to eat, and clean the floor with a toothbrush for his punishment. ... After the story ends, Cummings begins a narrative that praises Olaf's actions: "Chris(of His mercy infinite) i pray to see;and Olaf,too Preponderatingly because Unless statistics lie he was More brave than me:more blond than you." 5 The words "i sing of Olaf," suggest Cummings" attempt to make this poem an anthem, or tribute to honor a rebellious soldier whose only crime was following his...
- Word Count: 4790
- Approx Pages: 19
- Grade Level: High School