The moral of ‘The Interlopers’ by Saki centers around the futility of human conflict and the unpredictability of nature.
In the story, two men, Georg and Ulrich, are engaged in a bitter feud over land. Their hatred for each other blinds them to the realities of life and ultimately leads them to a tragic and ironic end. As they become trapped under a fallen tree, their focus shifts from their feud to their shared predicament. The story conveys that human conflicts, often rooted in pride and rivalry, can become meaningless when faced with the whims of nature.
The ultimate twist reveals that just as they reach a moment of reconciliation, they are interrupted by the presence of wolves, symbolizing how external forces can render human disputes trivial. This teaches us that holding onto hatred and grudges can prevent us from appreciating shared humanity, and we should seek to resolve conflicts before it’s too late.