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.
Analysis:
a) A peson is just saying that others believe the world will end in fire or ice. They agree with those who say fire because of human desire. They also say that ice would work as a way to end the world as well.
b) The theme is that both hate and desire have the ability to destroy humanity. After veiwing desire, he says that "fire" would work, but, knowing hatred, he understands that "ice" could end the world too.
Personal Connection:
I liked this poem because it speaks literally of an end of biblical proportions, but is actually giving real ways for the world as we know it to end.
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