Compare And Contrast Amigo Brothers

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Compare and Contrast Essay “ Amigo Brothers,” by Piri Thomas is a story about two best friends having to fight to see who is the better fighter/the best boxer.The two boys have both similarities, but also differences. This story is about how friendship is stronger than a competition or fight. They both have a lot of things in common with each other but also a lot of things different from each other that make them unique. The characters Antonio and Felix have many similarities in the story “Amigo Brothers,” like they are both 17 years old. They both work extremely to achieve their goal/dream.Antonio and Felix both live together and train together at The Boys Club. The characters both love watching, competing and learning all about boxing.

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