causes the room to become warm and comfortable.Both poems have similar themes and both speakers describe a particular character found in both stories. Both poems have a beautiful woman as its main character and their themes describe the relationship between two lovers. In "My Last Duchess" and "Porphyria's Lover," Robert Browning conveys two distinct portraits depicting the love shared between two people. The qualities of beauty, selfishness, and jealousy appear in both poems. In both works, the author explores the hidden influence death has upon the relationship shared by two lovers.In "My Last Duchess," the speaker describes a specific painting to the reader. It is a portrait of the Duke's late wife. The speaker directs the reader's attention to the Duchess's passionate responses given not only to the Duke, but also to many other men who admire her beauty. The artist conveys this lady's charming and flirtatious personality. The Duchess had many admirers that competed for her attention. Her rare beauty and flirtatious manner attracted many admirers. Her facial features express her passion and gratitude towards the men that competed for her attention. She had a teasing and playful quality, which she used to make the Duke jealous of the men attracted to her beauty. The Duke spoke communicated his displeasure about her improper behavior. She continued to smile and attract the attention of other men. Finally, Duke Ferrara stopped the smiles forever by killing the Duchess. The Duke concludes his conversation with the Count's emissary and reveals his desire to marry the Count's daughter. As the leave together to join the people downstairs, the speaker is affected by the life-like features of the painting. He shows little emotion or guilt about his immoral conduct. Leaving the room, the duke comments on another artistic sculpture. In the poem "Porphyria's Lover," the speaker relates a frightening description about the overwh...
