Journeys- Robert Frost

Its the journey not the arrival that matters as journeys are often a illustration for that which transcends the corporeal realms of ones travels. It is the medium for arrival that allows for the fortune for self-discovery. The complexities of spiritedness as uncovered throughout Robert hoars poetry, use ordinary, physical journeys in nature to record how journeys often circulate beyond the physical sense in which they are composed. Similarly, the novel Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher and the abruptly film, Harvie Krumpet, present the plight of ordinary people and the animateness changing possibilities of journeys.An equally prominent theme is the event of the need for changing paths as obstacles spring up and the effect such change has upon the arrival. These texts demonstrate how the intended conclusion is often not the final destination. The composers, through the use of a variety of literary and filmic techniques show these standardised themes throughout the texts. Consequently, the composers are able to present their understanding of the concept of journeys Frosts poem, The Road Not Taken, is an extended metaphor for lost possibilities or missed opportunities.The persona reflects upon the impacts of a ratiocination and, perchance, what may have been. This is homely in, I shall be telling this with a sigh/ Somewhere ages and ages hence. Thus, the respondent can conceive the persona is tentative as to whether the right decision has been made. Furthermore, the text contains repetition of the image of two roads diverging. This symbolises the arising of pivotal moments where decision are required. This aids the responder to connect with the persona as in every part of life decisions are required and choices are often difficult to arrive at.Frost also conveys the idea that journeys have a tendency to flow smoothly whether the outcomes are positive or negative. This is portrayed through the consistent hoar scheme throughout the stanzas. The f lowing rhyme scheme enables the reader to become immersed inwardly, and to concentrate heavily upon, the apart(p) meanings within the text. Balanced against this is Ashers novel, Thirteen Reasons Why, which portrays the notion that journeys are impacted upon by the decisions that unmarrieds make, altering the execute rather than sailing smoothly along the original path.Asher suggests that the final destination constantly changes as obstacles arise and are overcome, consequently allowing for self-discovery along the path. Asher demonstrates how journeys are not a solo venture. Often journeys commence within an individual but are impacted upon by the actions of others. For instance, Hannah Baker commits suicide after constant mistreatment by her peers. Her journey commenced trying to find a sense of belonging. Unfortunately, this didnt occur and dire consequences were to be the result.This is evident in the use of ellipses to represent hesitation, reflection and the severity of co nsequence when Hannah states, Do not take me for minded(p) again, and, A lot of you cared, just not enough. And that that is what I needed to find out. As a result, the responder can connect with Hannah through empathy and the understanding that self-discovery relies heavily upon the journey and the events throughout rather than arriving at the destination. Similarly, the short film, Harvie Krumpet, exhibits the similar theme that obstacles will be required to be overcome.Harvies journey is one of self-discovery that transcends the physical realms of the loss of his parents, his migration and the development of Alzheimers. On the contrary to Thirteen Reasons Why, Harvie retains a positive outlook on life and this enables him to constantly strive for success. Every person is unique, thus, people undertake their own unique journeys. The responder is outright informed Harvie is unique through the use of subtitles at the commencement of the film. Some are born great, some(prenomina l) have greatness thrust upon them others are just different. Harvies life experiences are juxtaposed with his climb up always-cheerful attitude. Harvie must adapt to a foreign lifestyle after migrating to Australia yet his spirit never dies. This forces the responder into self-reflection, considering things transcending the physical realms and discovering the inner strength to continue the journey. However, Harvies unfortunate circumstance isnt permanent foreign the impermanency of nature as revealed in Frosts poem, Nothing Gold Can Stay. Frost uses this text to demonstrate that natures beauty can never remain when, Natures first green is gold/ Her hardest hue to hold. The effect of this couplet is to inform the responder that often what is desire cant last. Contained within the third couplet is an allusion to the Bible and the Garden of Eden, Then toss subsides to pagination/ So, Eden sank to grief. This demonstrates how the perfection the Garden of Eden was impermanent an d shows the responder that change is inescapable. The extremely simple language of monosyllabic words throughout the entire eight-line poem helps the text to flow smoothly in the selfsame(prenominal) way as The Road Not Taken. Frost also uses Nothing Gold Can Stay, to reveal how innocence changes as self-discovery occurs. Self-discovery transforms the individual and Frost uses the symbolism of a flower to demonstrate the changes occurring during life. Her early leafs a flower/ But only so an hour. Ultimately, all the composers demonstrate complimentary themes that demonstrate how it is the journey not the arrival that matters. Journeys are the medium that allows for the transcendence of physical realms and the development as an individual in the process.