Helen of Troy is the beautiful woman who stole the hearts of men and behaved as a royal family should. He was a powerful icon in ancient times, so much so that a great war was fought because of him. It is thanks to the abduction of Helen that the Trojan War occurred and took its place in history. His influence and personality still resonate in these contemporary times and never cease to create a stir in the minds of men. In “To Helen,” Poe's speaker has a personal and very pious view of her, while in “Helen,” Doolittle's speaker tells of the deep hatred Greece has for Helen. The difference in these opinions is illustrated in the contrasting form and tone of the poems, as well as in the diction and imagery. The form of the poems, including the speaker and tone, reflects the poet's differing opinions of Helen. In “To Helen,” the lyrical form, personal speaker, and pious tone indicate an enraptured view of Helen, while in “Helen,” the rigid form, detached speaker, and bitter tone reflect the speaker's deep hatred in the his comparisons. The text format in “To Helen” is stylistically fluid and streamlined. The consistency in spacing and presentation reads like an ode, pleasant and easily inserted into the song. The soft lyricism of rhymes like “home” and “Rome” contribute to the relaxed, dreamlike scheme. Such a dreamlike theme is supported by the speaker's personal opinions. Throughout "To Helen" there are repetitions of "me" and even a mention of "I", thus creating a comfortable atmosphere as if the speaker and Helen are close, even if it only shows a perception. The single point of view, in itself, is quite adoring and unabashedly admiring of Helen. Such freedom of expression means that the walls have been broken down and no secrets are being kept… middle of paper… the lives of many have been put to death. The Helen defined in “Helen” is not someone to be worshiped and flattered – no, she is unworthy of such actions. There is no similarity between the two descriptions of ancient Helen. The clear distinction between the speakers' contrasting visions of the one woman in "To Helen" and "Helen" varies greatly when viewed through diction and imagery. Each speaker of the two poems sees Helen of Troy in different lights. The Helen of "To Helen" is as beautifully flawless as the guiding stars of the north, while the Helen of "Helen" is an object of the utmost scorn and disdain who does not deserve to be appreciated. Speakers of "To Helen" hold her in high esteem, admiring her looks and compelling nature, while speakers of "Helen" detest and ignore Helen's position of high authority. Many see influential people differently; Helen of Troy is no exception.