Symbolic Representation of Journey in Frost's "The Road Not Taken" and Eudora Welty's "A Worn Path" : Comparison and Contrast

Abstract

Robert Frost's 'The Road Not Taken' and Eudora Welty's 'A Worn Path' not only diverge significantly but also share similarities. The theme of a journey intertwines these two literary creations hailing from markedly diverse genres. Despite employing a common theme, both these works articulate distinct perspectives and thoughts through divergent lenses. While the overarching theme aligns in both pieces, disparate characters, symbolism, and settings uniquely characterize each composition. This paper attempts to examine and delve into the symbolic representation of  'journey' as portrayed by Robert Frost and Eudora Welty in their respective literary compositions.