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what contrast is established in the first stanza of the poem dover beach?

what contrast is established in the first stanza of the poem dover beach?

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  1. The first stanza of the poem begins with a calm and composed mood. It shows the calm before the storm. The speaker uses words like “calm”, “fair” and “tranquil” in the first stanza. This acts as a contrast to the rest of the poem, which is almost like a lament and chaotic in tone.

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