american literature essay

750-950 word essay on one of the following topics. Aim for a 5-paragraph essay structure ( introduction with thesis, three or more  body paragraphs, and a conclusion). The word count does not include the Works Cited page or formatting.

• Write a critical analysis on "the open boat" by stephen crane

Compare and contrast the love song J. Alfred Prufrock and Nick adams from ernest hemingway. How are these men alike, different, and representative of the "Modern" man?

Which author this week seems most representative of the Modern viewpoint as you understand it? Explain. Some research on Modernism might be required here! Be sure to identify at least 3 'reasons' or points to explore in the body of your paper.  You might examine 3 qualities of Modernism and discuss how those qualities appear in the poetry of ee cummings, for example.