A similarity is a feature or quality that two or more things or people have in common, such as a shared characteristic. A difference is a feature or quality that distinguishes one person or thing from another. Paul in "The Lamp at Noon" by Sinclair Ross and Martin in "The First Born Son" by Ernest Buckler contain similarities and differences in relation to their characters and the characteristics they hold. Their characteristics and the development of their characters make the story more interesting, thus furthering the plot, and capturing the attention of the reader. When comparing the two short stories it is evident that both characters are farmers. In contrast, Paul is unsuccessful at his trade, whereas Martin is successful. The two characters are also different in that Paul is stubborn with his wife Ellen, however, Martin is patient with his son David.
             To commence, both Paul and Martin are comparable in relation to their trade. Paul and Martin are similar as both of them are farmers. To begin with, the fact that Paul is a farmer is evident in the short story, "The Lamp at Noon," when the author states, "Farming's never been easy, and never will be" (Ross 184). In this case, it is clear that Paul deals with the hardships of farming in his trade. The hardships and difficulties Paul experiences as a farmer elaborates on his
             character development, which contributes to further the plot, and capturing the readers. Likewise, in the short story, "First Born Son," Martin is also a farmer. The reader distinguishes this fact when Martin reveals, "This land was his own, and a son of his own flesh was holding the plow that broke it" (Buckler 192-3). It is evident that Martin's trade is farming as well, though it is without as much difficulties as Paul. Martin's sense of accomplishment as a farmer helps develop his character, thus furthering the plot and capturi...