Woolf's The Death Of The Moth
Both of the essays share a similar title but the subtle difference can easily be detected. Woolf’s essay is titled "The Death of the Moth"; she witnessed a particular moth slowing dying by the window. As a result, “the” shows that the essay is only about that particular moth. While Dillard’s title is The Death of a Moth”, her use of “a” in the title she is referring to any moth not just one in particular like Woolf.
It is obvious to see that the moth is their main symbol. They both die and their death convey similar meanings. In Woolf’s writing she sees the death of the myth (and death itself) as a peaceful occasion that one should watch with respect. Even if one does want to help, one should just avoid getting involved at all because death
It is obvious to see that the moth is their main symbol. They both die and their death convey similar meanings. In Woolf’s writing she sees the death of the myth (and death itself) as a peaceful occasion that one should watch with respect. Even if one does want to help, one should just avoid getting involved at all because death