This novella explores themes of morality, free will, and the nature of good and evil through a simple yet profound story about a woman who kills her hen to save it from suffering. The narrative revolves around the woman's inner conflict as she grapples with the moral implications of her actions. The hen serves as a symbol for the complexities of human existence, highlighting the tension between compassion and self-preservation. Through the woman's decision-making process, Tolstoy raises questions about the morality of killing an animal that is suffering versus... AI Generated Content
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