The happy prince is a wonderful, philosophical short story of friendship and helping other people. At first, the author introduces a description of the Happy Prince as introduction. Then, he depicts the love story between the Swallow and the Reed until the Swallow leave her. The actions rise when the Swallow meets the statue of the Happy Prince who weeps while watching his people suffering. He tempts the Swallow to stay with him and to be his messenger for those who are in need to his help. Thus, he sacrifices his sword's ruby, sapphire eyes and golden leaves to help the poor seamstress, the young play-writer, the little match-girl and the homeless children. The actions reach its climax when the Swallow dies of cold weather and the Happy Prince's heart snaps right in two. At last, the Angel picks the body of the Swallow and the leaden heart of the Happy