The Tale of the Three Brothers

"The Tale of the Three Brothers" is a story from J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" series, specifically in "The Tales of Beedle the Bard." It recounts the journey of three brothers who encounter Death while crossing a river. Each brother receives a gift from Death: the eldest chooses a powerful wand, the middle brother asks for a stone that can bring back the dead, and the youngest requests the ability to become invisible. Ultimately, the story illustrates themes of vanity, the dangers of power, and the acceptance of mortality, emphasizing that true wisdom lies in embracing life and death.