Schulz had been heard to say that Beethoven was Schroeder's idol primarily because it was a funny word, but it cannot be denied that the idea of a young child fixating upon the notoriously stern composer adds a certain complexity to his character, which this and later strips take advantage of.
I love the offended expression on Schroeder's face, especially in panel three. He can't talk yet, but he can be highly insulted!
ReplyDeleteI like the look of bliss on his face in the last panel.
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