Imtiaz Dharker also presents war as an opinion changing experience in the poem “The right word”. The poem begins with a very negative thought and it uses harsh words to emphasize the fact that the world is full of evil. However, towards the end of the poem the mood changes completely. In stanza 8, it says “I saw his face...come in I say/come in and eat with us.” Instantly the reader is full of confusion as this phrase sounds very inviting compared to the beginning of the poem. The quote shows that war can change your thoughts about someone and fill your mind with negative thoughts. When the poet saw his face, he released the true identity of person outside the door. He is now giving respect to the person and showing kindness towards him as
