The Candle

The Candle by Leo Tolstoy is a short story that explores the theme of selflessness and the true meaning of charity. The story revolves around a wealthy merchant who invites a poor peasant to his home for dinner. During the meal, the merchant is struck by the peasant's selflessness and generosity, and he becomes determined to repay him in some way. The merchant decides to give the peasant a candle, which he believes will be a small but meaningful gift. However, the peasant is hesitant to accept the candle, explaining that he has no use for it and that it would be better off given to someone who needs it more. The merchant is initially taken aback by the peasant's refusal, but he eventually realizes the error of his ways and begins to see the world in a new light. Through this simple story, Tolstoy encourages readers to think about the true nature of charity and the importance of giving selflessly without expecting anything in return. The Candle is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds.THIS 30 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Kreutzer Sonata and Other Stories, by Leo Tolstoy. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417923210.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.