Month: December 2023

Leo Tolstoy’s “How Much Land Does a Man Need?” is a cautionary tale delving into the destructive consequences of human greed. The narrative revolves around Pahom, a peasant enticed by a deal offered by the Bashkirs, allowing him to purchase as much land as he can encompass in a single day for a fixed price. …

“The White Heron” by Sarah Orne Jewett is a short story set in rural New England. The narrative revolves around Sylvia, a young girl who stumbles upon a rare white heron in the woods. This discovery sets the stage for a moral dilemma when a hunter offers her money in exchange for information about the …