Chapter Overview
'The Beggar' by Anton Chekhov tells the story of Lushkoff, a beggar who, through an act of kindness, is given a chance to change his life. Sergei, a kind-hearted man, helps Lushkoff by offering him a job and guiding him towards reform. Over time, Lushkoff repays Sergei's kindness and is able to turn his life around, demonstrating the importance of compassion and redemption in human relationships.
Important Keywords
- Beggar: A person who begs for money or food, often due to poverty or unfortunate circumstances.
- Redemption: The act of being saved from a bad situation, often through self-improvement or the help of others.
- Kindness: The quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate to others.
- Compassion: Sympathy and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.
- Reform: The process of making changes in order to improve or better oneself or society.