Similarities and differences between Ode to the Yellow River and Looking at the Yellow River from afar

Ode to the Yellow River is more exciting, while Looking at the Yellow River in the distance is melancholy and soothing. They are all patriotic poems.

The former praised the Yellow River for nurturing the Chinese nation and pointed out its historical contribution. Like a natural barrier, it defends the Chinese nation and points out the geographical advantages of the Yellow River. Finally, from reality to emptiness, praise the vastness of the Yellow River basin, which is covered by all living beings. The latter expresses the author's deep affection for our motherland and the Yellow River.