The Enormous Room

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Set in Great War era France, the narrative follows E. E. Cummings, who, along with his friend B., is wrongfully imprisoned as a suspected spy while serving as a Red Cross ambulance driver. His days are spent in the confines of La Ferté Macé jail, characterized by walks in the courtyard and shared meals, while he vividly depicts the lives and personalities of his fellow inmates in The Enormous Room, the communal cell. The book offers a unique glimpse into the experiences and struggles of prisoners during this tumultuous time.