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Tales and Novels of J. De La Fontaine
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Tales and Novels of J. De La Fontaine

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Delve into the wit and wisdom of 17th-century France with "Tales and Novels of Jean de La Fontaine, Volume 5," a captivating collection of fables from one of French literature's most celebrated figures. Jean de La Fontaine's enduring tales offer sharp observations on human nature, morality, and society, presented through charming narratives and memorable characters.

This volume showcases La Fontaine's mastery of the fable form, blending entertainment with profound insights. Explore a world where animals speak, and clever allegories reveal timeless truths about power, justice, and folly. These stories, originally penned in French, are presented here in English translations, making them accessible to a broad audience.

A cornerstone of classic literature, "Tales and Novels of Jean de La Fontaine" provides a window into the cultural and intellectual landscape of its time, while its themes continue to resonate today. A must-have for lovers of classic fiction, European poetry, and literary collections.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Anson Street Press
Date
28 March 2025
Pages
22
ISBN
9781023003162

Delve into the wit and wisdom of 17th-century France with "Tales and Novels of Jean de La Fontaine, Volume 5," a captivating collection of fables from one of French literature's most celebrated figures. Jean de La Fontaine's enduring tales offer sharp observations on human nature, morality, and society, presented through charming narratives and memorable characters.

This volume showcases La Fontaine's mastery of the fable form, blending entertainment with profound insights. Explore a world where animals speak, and clever allegories reveal timeless truths about power, justice, and folly. These stories, originally penned in French, are presented here in English translations, making them accessible to a broad audience.

A cornerstone of classic literature, "Tales and Novels of Jean de La Fontaine" provides a window into the cultural and intellectual landscape of its time, while its themes continue to resonate today. A must-have for lovers of classic fiction, European poetry, and literary collections.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Anson Street Press
Date
28 March 2025
Pages
22
ISBN
9781023003162