![]() ![]() ![]() He talks about how ‘wise men’ and ‘good men’ fight against dying gently because they could achieve more from life before their death otherwise they have not truly lived their lives. ![]() Furthermore, he has linked being alive with passion and deep emotive language. ![]() Thomas is arguing that old people should not agree to die immediately. In comparison to the poem ‘If-‘ written in a lyrical tone and exploring ideas to life, ‘Do not go gentle into that good night’ is life or death written with a persuasive tone. He then explores the idea of perseverance and never giving up ‘except the Will which says to them: ‘Hold on!’’ and finally he talks about achieving greatness and ends the poem with ‘you’ll be a man my son!’ showing Kipling is presenting the great strength in becoming a man. He also continues the poem to give advice on our thoughts and actions: we should think and dream, but not let these thoughts control us. Kipling talks about staying strong and clear headed, ‘If you can keep your head when all about you’ even if others are against us. In the poem, ‘the Will’ is mentioned refencing to ‘willpower’ which is the motivational force within humans. It is intended to inspire the readers and give advice of how to be, how to act, how to not repeat bad actions and what to avoid in life. Similarly in the poem ‘If-‘ the same passionate, motivational tone is used through the speakers voice. ![]()
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