Woodchucks and Deer

In the two poems nature is illustrated in two different perspectives. While Kumin describes the killings in great detail, Stafford describes the aftermath of the killing. Kumin almost 'enjoys' the killings by making the sentences long and detailed. Stafford on the other hand uses short sentences which grieves more remorse for the dead deer. Also, Kumin kills the animals in his poem while Stafford aids the deer whom he sees on the road. Their views of nature and animals differ and are exemplified with how they deal with death of animals. The Kumin poem has the a violent tone because it creates graphic images that reflect his reflection about nature.  Stafford has a more delicate and caring tone that reflects his aid to nature and how he takes care of the deer he finds on the side of the road.