The Wolf and the Hunters by Leo Tolstoy

Name: The Wolf and the Hunters
Author: Leo Tolstoy

This novella tells the story of a wolf that lives in the forest and its encounters with hunters who are trying to kill it. The wolf's survival depends on its cunning and ability to evade capture. The narrative explores themes of nature, humanity, and the relationship between predators and prey.

By Leo Tolstoy · First published 1872 · Genre: Fable, Allegory, Philosophical · 69 words

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A Wolf devoured a sheep. The Hunters caught the Wolf and began to beat him. The Wolf said:

"In vain do you beat me: it is not my fault that I am gray, -- God has made me so."

But the Hunters said:

"We do not beat the Wolf for being gray, but for eating the sheep. "

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The Wolf and the Hunters is listed on Textopian as a fable by Leo Tolstoy, dated 1872 CE.

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Work type: Fable
Author: Leo Tolstoy
Date: 1872 CE
Language: English
Genres: Fable, Allegory, Philosophical, Moral Tale, Short Story
Length: 69 words
Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs

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Fable — The narrative features anthropomorphized animals and conveys a moral lesson.
Allegory — The story represents broader themes of justice and accountability through symbolic characters.
Philosophical — The dialogue explores themes of responsibility and the nature of wrongdoing.
Moral Tale — The story aims to impart a moral lesson about consequences of actions.