Summary: In a city park near government offices, neglect and decay symbolize society’s moral failure. When an innocent fruit seller is accused of poisoning a pond, a mob kills him. The authorities show no concern, revealing a system ruled by apathy.
Themes: moral decay, social injustice, indifference, and corruption. Moral lesson: Lack of compassion and responsibility breeds cruelty and injustice.
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4 hrs ago5. Incident in the Park – Meja Mwangi
Summary:
In a city park near government offices, neglect and decay symbolize society’s moral failure. When an innocent fruit seller is accused of poisoning a pond, a mob kills him. The authorities show no concern, revealing a system ruled by apathy.
Themes: moral decay, social injustice, indifference, and corruption.
Moral lesson: Lack of compassion and responsibility breeds cruelty and injustice.