Marvell vs Herrick

During the 17th century the style of writing was changing from poems about death to ones whose subject was about love and passionate with women. This kind of writing is also known as carpe diem. Robert Herrick and Andrew Marvell were two of the first carpe diem poets. Although their styles were similar their subjects differed. Both poets who have chosen women for their sex appeal and ultimately their intention was to get them in …

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