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This illustrated collection includes hundreds of fables-timeless tales that have influenced our world for centuries.
For ore than 2,500 years, Aesop's Fables have shaped how we understand human nature, morality, and wisdom. This elegant leather-bound volume brings together 487 complete fables-the most comprehensive collection available-featuring beloved tales like "The Goose That Laid the Golden Eggs," "The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing," and "The Hare and the Tortoise."
Attributed to Aesop, a Greek storyteller who lived around 620-564 BCE, these enchanting animal fables were passed down through oral tradition for centuries before being preserved in writing. Their profound moral lessons have become woven into the fabric of our culture, influencing countless writers, thinkers, and generations of readers.
What Makes This Edition Special:
487 complete fables in one beautifully bound volume. Over 100 stunning illustrations by celebrated artists Arthur Rackham and Walter Crane. Scholarly introduction exploring Aesop's life, legacy, and the oral storytelling tradition. Premium leather binding perfect for collectors and gift-giving. Stories that speak to readers of all ages.
Whether you're rediscovering childhood favorites or encountering these tales for the first time, this definitive collection offers timeless insights into virtue, folly, and the human condition. A treasured addition to any library and an heirloom to pass down through generations.
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This illustrated collection includes hundreds of fables-timeless tales that have influenced our world for centuries.
For ore than 2,500 years, Aesop's Fables have shaped how we understand human nature, morality, and wisdom. This elegant leather-bound volume brings together 487 complete fables-the most comprehensive collection available-featuring beloved tales like "The Goose That Laid the Golden Eggs," "The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing," and "The Hare and the Tortoise."
Attributed to Aesop, a Greek storyteller who lived around 620-564 BCE, these enchanting animal fables were passed down through oral tradition for centuries before being preserved in writing. Their profound moral lessons have become woven into the fabric of our culture, influencing countless writers, thinkers, and generations of readers.
What Makes This Edition Special:
487 complete fables in one beautifully bound volume. Over 100 stunning illustrations by celebrated artists Arthur Rackham and Walter Crane. Scholarly introduction exploring Aesop's life, legacy, and the oral storytelling tradition. Premium leather binding perfect for collectors and gift-giving. Stories that speak to readers of all ages.
Whether you're rediscovering childhood favorites or encountering these tales for the first time, this definitive collection offers timeless insights into virtue, folly, and the human condition. A treasured addition to any library and an heirloom to pass down through generations.