Although brother and sister value money differently in “Love,” in the end, the relationship the two have with each other is more important than money. The theme of love is represented through the brother in the story. It is evident that he loves and cares for his sister very much. At the beginning of the passage it is stated: “The desire to give is learned only by learning to love” (243) and this statement is personified through the brother. He dreamed of finally getting the golden ring at the Flying Horses but when he finally gets it, he gives up. He loves his sister and values her happiness so much that he has given up his own happiness. At first the nephew seems selfish because he spends all his money so quickly. The nephew's display of love and kindness ultimately proves how mature this boy really is. The boy was able to understand love in a very mature way and values love over money. Ultimately, the two realize that money does not buy or demonstrate happiness or love. Our actions prove it
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