The Happy Family

Interesting Facts

• In «The Happy Family», the story is about snails living in an old castle, dreaming of being cooked and served on a silver platter, which they see as the highest form of recognition and happiness.
• The snails in the story symbolize people who are content with little and do not seek change, preferring stability and a familiar way of life.
• The fairy tale raises the theme of happiness and how different beings perceive it differently, showing that for some, happiness lies in simple joys, while for others, it is in dreams of something greater.
• The plot unfolds in a garden where the snails observe life around them and discuss their dreams and desires, making the work a philosophical reflection on the meaning of life and happiness.