Can you recommend some 'good out of evil' short stories?
Aesop's fables often have elements of good coming out of evil. For example, in 'The Lion and the Mouse', the mouse, which is small and seemingly insignificant (and could be seen as a 'nuisance' or 'evil' in the lion's view at first), later saves the lion from a hunter's net. It shows that even the smallest or least expected can bring great good.
Can you recommend some good vs evil short stories?
One famous 'good vs evil' short story is 'The Tell - Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe. In this story, the narrator's struggle with his own conscience after committing an evil act represents the battle between good and evil within a person. The narrator kills an old man because of his 'evil eye' but then is haunted by the sound of the old man's still - beating heart, which could be seen as his remaining sense of good making him feel guilty.
Can you recommend some good over evil short stories?
One classic 'good over evil' short story is 'The Three Little Pigs'. The three pigs build houses, and the two lazy pigs make flimsy ones. The big bad wolf tries to blow their houses down. But the wise third pig builds a strong brick house and outsmarts the wolf in the end.
Can you recommend some evil short stories?
One evil short story is 'The Tell - Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe. It's about a narrator who is driven mad by an old man's vulture - like eye and eventually murders him. Then he is haunted by the sound of the old man's still - beating heart.
Can you recommend some good triumphs over evil short stories?
One such short story is 'The Three Little Pigs'. The three pigs build their houses, and the wolf tries to destroy them. The two pigs with flimsy houses are in danger, but the pig with the brick house outsmarts the wolf in the end, showing good (the pigs) triumphing over evil (the wolf).
Good vs Evil Theme Short Stories: Can You Recommend Some?
One good short story with a good vs evil theme is 'The Tell - Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe. In this story, the narrator represents evil as he murders an old man for no justifiable reason, while the concept of justice and the old man's innocence can be seen as the good. The narrator's guilty conscience in the end also shows that evil cannot truly prevail.
What are the common themes in 'good out of evil' short stories?
Redemption is a common theme. Characters who may have done wrong in the past or are in a bad situation find a way to make up for it or change for the better. For example, in some stories, a former criminal might end up saving a life, thus redeeming themselves.
Can you recommend some horror evil free short stories?
One such short story is 'The Tell - Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe. It's a psychological horror story that doesn't involve any 'evil' in the sense of supernatural evil forces. It focuses on the narrator's own descent into madness. Another is 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson. It's a chilling story that creates horror through the actions of ordinary people in a small town. And 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge' by Ambrose Bierce is also great. It plays with the concept of time and the psychological state of a man about to be hanged, creating a sense of horror without relying on evil entities.
Can you share some examples of 'good out of evil story'?
One example is the story of Victor Frankenstein and his monster in 'Frankenstein'. The evil of creating a being through unethical means led to good in the sense that it made society question the limits of science and ethics. It sparked important discussions about the responsibilities of creators.
Can you recommend some good overcoming evil stories?
Beowulf is an ancient epic with the theme of good over evil. Beowulf, a heroic warrior, battles against the monstrous Grendel and later Grendel's mother. He uses his great strength and fearless courage. Although he sacrifices his life in the end while fighting a dragon, his deeds represent the triumph of good. His selfless acts to protect his people from these evil creatures have been remembered throughout history.
Can you recommend some good over evil stories?
One classic is 'The Lord of the Rings'. Frodo and his companions represent good, fighting against the evil Sauron. They endure great hardships but stay true to their mission of destroying the One Ring.