Fire and Ice

Some say the world will end in fire,
Some say in ice.
From what I've tasted of desire
I hold with those who favor fire.
But if it had to perish twice,
I think I know enough of hate
To say that for destruction ice
Is also great
And would suffice.

This poem seems very unique. It speaks of destruction of the Earth in a very calm manner. Actually, Robert Frost doesn't just keep his cool when writing, but he goes to suggest that he would prefer to be destroyed by fire over ice. I am curious as to what inspired him to write this poem. It is a laid back poem about a dire situation. Frost's style really shines through in this one showing that he is not caught up in how he is going to leave this world, he simply accepts the fact that he will go in some fasion and it truly doesn't matter to him.


I think the most important thing that can be taken from this poem is the style that Robert Frost shows. His style seems more like what you would see in a poem about daily activities that are somewhat comical. This event is a pretty big thing and he writes in a way that comes across as laid back or even unphased by the end of the earth. This style can be effective because it gives the reader a curve ball. It makes them curious and interested in your writing and your topic and how you could keep controlled and stay nonchalant about it. The contrast of two destructions, for Frost, comes across as if it is just a decision as to whether he wants his pizza microwaved or straight from the fridge. His style in this poem effective and powerful, and can be used to make different works have a unique edge and come across as meaningful.