Roosevelt Comments

After reading this poem, I have a feeling Hemingway both idolized Roosevelt, and felt betrayed by him. I also think this poem could be about himself. After all, he was the ultimate self-legend creator. As with Roosevelt, the myth takes over and becomes the man.

Legends that he started in his life Live on and prosper, Unhampered now by his existence.

By his existence! ! Thanks for sharing this poem with us.

'' Though generals rarely die except in bed '' 'rarely', yes.. it's a great truth..