The Cannibals

"The Cannibals" is a short story by Fyodor Dostoevsky that explores moral dilemmas and human nature. It follows a group of convicts on a remote island who encounter a stranger. The convicts threaten to kill and eat him, revealing their brutal instincts, while one of them resists, showing moral resistance. The story examines themes of violence, morality, and societal norms, prompting reflection on what justifies or condemns human behavior. It’s a thought-provoking narrative that questions the veneer of civilization and the darker impulses beneath human conduct.