Then write an essay in which you compare the portrayals of.

After reading both texts carefully and thinking about the message and mechanics in each text, only write the opening paragraph of an essay in which you compare the portrayals of the Sirens. In your analysis be sure to include a discussion of tone, point of view, and the poetic elements you determine are most important in these two texts.

The elusive and manipulative Sirens of Homer’s Odyssey are the focus of Margaret Atwood’s poem “Siren Song”, though the latter is told instead from the Siren’s point of view. Through this new point of view, one is able to compare the portrayals of Sirens based on Odysseus’ account as well as a Siren’s herself.

Margaret Atwood’s poem in the right column is a modern commentary on the classical story. Read both texts carefully. Then write an essay in which you compare the portrayals of the Sirens. You analysis should include discussion of tone, point of view, and whatever poetic devices (diction, imagery, etc.) seem most important.