The Rime of the Ancient Mariner
Why does the crew get killed but not the Mariner, who shot the bird? Is their fate worse than his?
rime of ancient mariner
rime of ancient mariner
The mariner isn't killed because his punishment includes carrying the guilt of their deaths. The mariner is saved to share the story, as well as teach the lesson. The second part of the question requires your opinion. There is no right or wrong answer.
Rime of the Ancient Mariner