An introduction should include
- The names of the writers and texts you are going to use in your essay.
- Summarise the main plots of poems and short stories used in your essay.
- Briefly summarise the main message your writers have towards the topic of the essay.
- Point out simply any major differences and or similarities between the two writers.
- Comment concisely on the context of the two writers - select relevant points to highlight.
- Make a brief list of some of the main language and literary techniques the writers use.