The authors of the respective poems have different views behind the word "death." Within the poem "Do not go gentle into that good night", Thomas speaks on how one should value life. He feels as though life is something special and should not be taken for granted. Moreover, he believes that one should keep their head up and believe that there will be a brighter day tomorrow. The refrains: "Rage, rage aga

inst the dying of the light" and "Do not go gentle into that good night" symbolize the thought. On the other hand, Hudgins views death as something that is very special, a stepping stone in life. He feels that death is a continuation of life, instead of the end of life. Lines 3-5 of "Elegy for My Father, Who Is Not Dead" says, "In the sureness of his faith, he talks about the world beyond this world as though his reservations have been made" supports the theory.

In conclusion, both poems express different views of death. Thomas feels that death as something that is dreary, while Hudgins views death as a joyous occasion that is just a stepping stone of life. Each poem reveals that the sons are not ready for their father's death. The authors feel that their fathers should try everything to avoid death. Also, the authors not that their life's would not be the same without

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