Question

Why did none of the characters in the poem the cold within share the log of wood?

Answer 1

Answer:

So none of them shared their piece of wood and rather chose to die in the cold weather. This is highly symbolic of the folly of people's ill-feelings against their fellow men. If people are not broad-minded enough they can never enjoy a happy and peaceful life. This is the message the poet wants to convey

Answer 2

Explanation:

None of the characters shared their wood because they all were having feeling inside their heart to take revenge against one another. They all were filled with discrimination towards others.