Custer, and Other Poems.

"Custer, and Other Poems" by Ella Wheeler Wilcox is a collection of verses from the late 1800s that looks closely at bravery, love, and the ups and downs of being human, highlighted by the tales of Custer's life and what it all means. The first poem tells about George Armstrong Custer, focusing on his bravery but also looking at what his choices led to. The start of the book is all about Custer as a person, especially his strong will when fighting. The writer shows Custer as both a fighter and a regular person, thinking about what makes someone a hero while also facing the hard truths about what happened, like his part in the fights between Native Americans and people moving into their lands. The poems don't just talk about being brave; they make you think about doing what's right, fairness, and how complicated people can be, getting you ready to ponder deeper questions in the poems that follow.