... The theme of perseverance is strengthened and established through a comparative analysis of these two pieces. Analyzing the similarities and differences in form and style through the use of various literary techniques, including: detail in creating character development, plot content, symbolism and point of view, illuminates the theme presented. In analyzing these two works, there is the initial most ... obvious difference, which is the choice of literary form. Frost presents his readers with a "lyric poem (that) presents the feelings and emotions rather than telling a story" (Cummings,...

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