Different people see things with different perceptions. Some people may look toward the better, brighter side while others look down to see the deeper, darker side. This is exactly what the two poems “Upon Westminster Bridge” and “London” show us. The two poems both describe the landscapes and sights of the city of London, but they are written from two different perspectives. Worth's “Upon Westminster Bridge” describes the majestic and splendid Westminster Bridge on the banks of the Thames, calm and serene, on a Sunday morning. It’s almost as if the city wears “a garment” that reinforces its beauty and grandeur. On the other hand, in "London", Blake describes London as "chartered" and "blackening", both adjectives being used negatively. These two diverse interpretations can be linked to the different paths of the two poets. The huge differences in the images help to create different tones and moods across the pieces, and by using poetic techniques and structures they can help the poets convey their different attitudes towards London. “On Westminster Bridge” was written in 1802, an important year. as was the case at the start of the industrial revolution. The revolution had a profound effect on the social, economic and cultural conditions of the United Kingdom. Worth came from a wealthy family that lived in the Lakes region. He was very interested in poetry and soon became Poet Laureate – a Poet to the Queen. His background can be said to have a huge connection with his poem “Upon Westminster Bridge”. Worth didn't have many social or financial problems, which made him learn to appreciate nature and the real world more. It was said that Worth loved touring and didn't... middle of paper... and immoral finish. In conclusion, the two poets in “London” and “On Westminster Bridge” use different ways to present their various attitudes towards London. Different techniques like repetition and personalization are used in both poems to show the contrasting opinions between the two poets. The structure and form of poems are also of great importance in helping poets achieve the tone and mood they wish to create. The poets' journeys help readers understand why and how they wrote about London from such different perspectives. “Upon Westminster Bridge” is written in a rather quiet and peaceful tone while “London” has a rather harsh and depressing mood throughout the piece. Using different structures and techniques, the two poets presented their varying attitudes towards London clearly and in detail...