Some say the world will end in fire,Some say in ice.From what I’ve tasted of desireI hold with those who favor fire.But if it had to perish twice,I think I know enough of hateTo say that for destruction iceIs also greatAnd would suffice.
Fire and ice are images—they help the readers visualise the power of nature over man.
Fire and ice are symbols—not of natural disasters, but of humanity’s ability to create disasters of its own.
Fire and ice are elements—not of Nature but man-made and possess the ability to create havoc for mankind.
Fire and ice are agents—they change the thinking of mankind from negative to positive and bring harmony.