E. E. Cummings

The biography delves into the life and artistic evolution of E.E. Cummings, highlighting his innovative approach to poetry that defied conventional norms. It explores his formative years in Cambridge, his influential time at Harvard, and his connections with literary figures like Dos Passos and Pound. The narrative follows his journey to Paris and Greenwich Village, where he mingled with other modernist poets. Susan Cheever provides a rich reassessment of Cummings as both a man and a groundbreaking poet, illuminating his lasting impact on American literature.