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... In “Editha” by W. ... Howells, Editha blindly supports war and does not realize the harsh realities of war until too late.
Editha’s ignorance and gullibility directly contributes to her blindness toward the brutalities of war. Because Editha never had to face the pitiful wounded and dead who return after a bloody battle, her images of war are filled with courageous young heroes all bearing unparalleled fame. All Editha thinks of when it comes to war is: “How glorious! ... Editha can only see how her marriage “would be grander” (Howells 1398) if George enters war and becomes a war hero. For her ideal marriage, Editha frantically and deviously supports war. ... Editha does not even know the true purpose of the impending war. ... Editha’s immature opinions about the war take form around her intake of information.
Approximate Word count = 662
Approximate Pages = 2.6
(250 words per page double spaced)
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