The Horse Whisperer and Medusa - Compare and contrast table in GCSE English Literature

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The Horse Whisperer and Medusa

Similarities

Have the themes of revenge and betrayal
Focuses on physicality e.g. description of horses and Medusa's physical appearance
Uses the idea of magic and questions whether the reader believes in this type of magic
References to animals to portray the characters and their emotions
Sense of possession over horses and lover

Differences

'Medusa' explains the experience of a heart-break
'Medusa' talks to the reader about her experiences

Overall comparison

'The Horse Whisperer' and 'Medusa' involve the themes of revenge and anger as well as sadness. There is also a sense of possession and magic in the poems but 'Medusa' also explores the themes of love and a heart-break.

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