Comparative Essay on the Characterization of Windows and A Devoted Son

Comparative Essay on the Characterization of Windows and A Devoted Son
The two stories “Windows” and “Devoted Son” both have the same universal theme. Happiness is not based on wealth or material objects. When Leah was growing up she lived in poverty but was still happy where as the old man was wealthy yet still unhappy. Leah and the old man became happy emotionally not materialistically, and both Leah’s and the old man’s families were materialistic and unhappy.
Leah grew up on a small farm in Estonia, and was not very wealthy. She had to share a bed with her sisters. Even though she did not have a lot of money, she was still happy and enjoyed life. She found happiness through playing with her sisters and friends, and from the beauty of nature. None of these things require money. The old man lived with his wealthy son. He had everything money could buy; a nice house, nice car, nice things. One thing that made him very happy was food. He could have any dish he wanted where he lived, but he was not allowed to eat anything he liked. The old man had everything one can acquire with wealth, but none of these things could make him happy.
