The Wog is a short story by British author D.H. Lawrence, first published in 1920. The story is set in a small English village and centers around the relationship between a young English boy, Tom, and a young Italian immigrant, Tony.
At the beginning of the story, Tom is playing with a group of boys in the village when he comes across Tony, who has recently arrived in the area. Tom is immediately drawn to Tony, who is different from the other boys in the village and possesses an air of mystery and exoticism. Tom is fascinated by Tony's dark skin and foreign appearance, and the two boys quickly become friends.
As their friendship deepens, Tom begins to learn more about Tony's life and culture. He discovers that Tony's family is poor and that they have come to England in search of a better life. Despite the challenges they face, Tony and his family are happy and content, and Tom is struck by their warmth and hospitality.
As the story progresses, Tom's parents become increasingly uncomfortable with his friendship with Tony, and they begin to discourage their association. They are worried that Tom will be influenced by Tony's foreign ways and that he will become "wog-ridden," a derogatory term used to describe someone who has been influenced by foreign cultures.
Despite this, Tom continues to spend time with Tony, and the two boys become closer than ever. Eventually, Tom's parents come to accept their friendship, and Tom learns to appreciate and respect Tony's culture and way of life.
In the end, Tom and Tony's friendship serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of understanding and acceptance, and the dangers of prejudice and intolerance. Through their bond, Tom learns to embrace diversity and to see the world from a different perspective, ultimately becoming a more open-minded and compassionate individual.
