Question

What are the similarities and differences between marvells poem and herricks poem? In what ways did marvells poem alludes to herricks poem?

Answer 1

They both write about being unable to halt the sun from rising each day. They also write about seizing youth before it goes away. Marvell's poem contains much more powerful imagery of love, such as writing about how his love develops steadily and how he will adore every part of his mistress for eons. Marvell also employs more figurative and detailed language, whereas Herrick writes more directly and concisely.

Answer 2

They both write about not being able to stop the sun from moving forward each day. They also write about taking advantage of youth before it fades away. Marvell’s poem has a lot stronger imagery of love, such as writing about how his love grows steadfastly and how he will adore every part of his mistress for ages. Marvell also uses more figurative and descriptive language while Herrick writes with more directness is more concise with his thoughts.