The Happy Prince (work by Oscar Wilde)

"The Happy Prince" by Oscar Wilde is a poignant story about a golden statue of a prince overlooking the city and a mourning swallow. The prince's statue learns of the suffering of the poor and needy within the city. Despite its beauty, the prince chooses to sacrifice its gold and jewels, giving them away to help the impoverished. The swallow helps in this act of kindness, even though it risks death from the cold. The story highlights themes of compassion, selflessness, and the true value of generosity, illustrating that love and kindness matter more than wealth or appearance.