| Author |
Aesop, 621? BCE-565? BCE |
| Commentator |
Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936 |
| Illustrator |
Rackham, Arthur, 1867-1939 |
| Translator |
Vernon Jones, V. S. (Vernon Stanley) |
| Title |
Aesop's Fables; a new translation
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| Original Publication |
New York: Avenel Books, 1912
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Note |
See also the early planned PG version #28, and comprehensive versions PG#21 tr. by George Fyler Townsend, and illustrated PG#18732.
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| Credits |
Produced by Suzanne Shell, Greg Chapman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
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| Summary |
"Aesop's Fables," by V. S. Vernon Jones is a collection of moral tales traditionally attributed to Aesop, likely compiled in ancient Greece around the 6th century BC. This new translation captures the essence of these timeless fables, which feature anthropomorphized animals and convey valuable lessons about human behavior and virtues. Each fable concludes with a moral, making them particularly suited as teaching stories for both children and adults seeking wisdom from simple narratives. The opening portion introduces Aesop and the context of his fables through an introduction by G.K. Chesterton. In his introduction, Chesterton discusses the philosophical underpinnings of Aesop's Fables, emphasizing their universal truths and the anonymity of their origins. Readers are presented with several fables, such as "The Fox and the Grapes" and "The Goose That Laid the Golden Eggs," illustrating themes like envy, greed, and the wisdom of moderation. A consistent element throughout these tales is the exploration of human nature through the interactions of animals, urging readers to reflect on their own lives and choices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Fables, Greek -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
11339 |
| Release Date |
Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 25, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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