Ikem Thomas U. From the southern part of Nigeria, Cross River State precisely. Studied English and Literature in the prestigious Federal University Wukari, Taraba State in Nigeria.
DEAD, with their eyes to the foe,
Dead, with the foe at their feet;
Under the sky laid low
Truly their slumber is sweet,
Though the wind from the Camp of the
Slain Men blow,
And the rain on the wilderness beat.