The Golden Cockerel

The Golden Cockerel is a fairy-tale poem by Russian author Alexander Pushkin that explores themes of ambition, fate, and the destructive nature of hubris. It narrates the story of a king who seeks a magical rooster to warn him of danger. However, his greed and arrogance lead to his downfall, as he underestimates the power of fate. The story uses allegory to illustrate how overconfidence and desire for control can result in unforeseen consequences, serving as a cautionary tale about the limits of human grasp over destiny.