To His Coy Mistress - Andrew and Marvell The Flea - Richard Donne :: English Literature

To His Coy kept woman - AndrewMarvell The Flea - RichardDonne Which of the two poets is more(prenominal) likely to succeed in the seduction ofthe two wo hands?At first glance it seemed to me obvious that Marvell wouldunquestionably be more successful in seducing the woman. Marvellbecause he shows more emotion and sincerity (baring the chip stanza)towards the woman who he is talking to, however after consideringDonnes unorthodox sexual climax I was into rethinking my decision. I dobelieve however that both men are not as genuine as they look in theirattempts to show their love for the women.Donne starts off well in his poem well the impression is bright humorous andintimate. He praises the girl and says that if they had all the timein the world then he wouldnt mind waiting until she loved him. (Hadwe solely world enough and time, This Coyness lady would be no crime).This to me is a good way to start, he Marvell keeps the tone light ant tender and emotional (For, Lady you deserv e this state, and norwould I love at impose rate.) On the other hand he mentions only herphysical beauties and at that place is no mention of her personality (Twohundred to adore each dope but thirty thousand to the rest).Although it keeps an intimate mood it gives a apprehension that he only wantsher for her body i.e. to have sex, and he does not real love her andthis could be a vital mistake. Marvell shows a severe thought ofsincerity in the pull round two lines of the second stanza. He moves forwardfrom the playful & sexually teasing tone to a more brotherly andloving tone. I believe this is to show a sense of discernment for thewoman (For, lady, you deserve this state Nor would I love at disgracerate)The language used in the second stanza, together with some conceptiveimagery changes the tone dramatically. The tone is now chilled dark atin a way aggressive (my echoing song then worms shall shew That longpreserved virginity and your quaint honour turned to dust.). Th isbrings the woman who he is speaking to back from the fantasy worldwhich he talks of in the first stanza, and back to reality. He remindsthe woman that life does not last forever and they must make the most of their lives. (Times winged chariot zip near). In my opinion although this stanza adds an edge to the poem, it severely damages his chances of seducing the woman.The first iv lines of the stanza are packed with positive and