Poetry · Chapter
Ex. Gov. E. F. Dunne explained
A brief poetic endorsement of former Governor E.
What happens
A brief poetic endorsement of former Governor E. F. Dunne, expressing confidence in his future electoral success and the support of his many young relatives.
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Narrative arc
Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because the speaker confronts the painful realization that his child’s lov…
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Follow the arc while readingThemes in this chapter
- Community and Companionship
The poem highlights the collective support of the 'seemingly endless young Dunnes' for the former governor.
Characters to notice
- Charley Deneen
The narrator identifies as Ex. Gov. Chas. S. Deneen Lawyer, indicating Charley Deneen is the speaker or subject of the poem.
Key passages
“I’m one of the number of ones Who’ll vote for him next time he runs And he’ll win by a length If he polls the full strength Of the seemingly endless young Dunnes.”
I am among those who will vote for him in his next campaign, and he will win easily if he secures the votes of his many young relatives.
The narrator pledges support and predicts victory based on family loyalty.
