Answer to Question #273368 in English for Mr.Sadu

Question

Compare and contrast Wyatt's sonnets LXV and CXXX. How has the poet described his beloved in these two poems.

Answer 1

Sir Thomas Wyatt's "Whoso List to Hunt" and Edmund Spenser's "Sonnet 67" appear to be highly similar at first look, but closer examination reveals a difference. Both sonnets have images and patterns of speech that relate to the pursuit of an unattainable woman as well as the critical topic. A closer examination reveals that these two authors have opposing viewpoints on the hunt's failure. Comparing "Whoso List to Hunt" and "Sonnet 67" indicates that they are highly similar in terms of imagery and content. Still, a glance at the tone gives a distinct perspective on these two speakers' challenges.