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From Kalila wa Dimna to La Fontaine

Louvre Abu Dhabi, National Library of France
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Embark on a captivating journey through the world of animal fables with From Kalila wa Dimna to La Fontaine: Travelling through Fables.

This timeless literary genre transcends across cultures and centuries, imparting life lessons and values to both adults and children.

From Kalila wa Dimna to La Fontaine traces the fascinating evolution of these fables. They originated in India and Greece, then evolved through influential figures such as Ibn al-Muqaffa' and Aesop, reaching their pinnacle with French fabulist Jean de La Fontaine in the 17th century.

Featuring approximately 133 artworks, beautifully illustrated manuscripts in Arabic, Persian and Turkish, graphic arts, and 3D objects, generously lent from prestigious institutions worldwide, this publication invites readers to witness the commonalities between Kalila wa Dimna and La Fontaine.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Snoeck Publishers
Country
BE
Date
2 September 2024
Pages
196
ISBN
9789461618863

Embark on a captivating journey through the world of animal fables with From Kalila wa Dimna to La Fontaine: Travelling through Fables.

This timeless literary genre transcends across cultures and centuries, imparting life lessons and values to both adults and children.

From Kalila wa Dimna to La Fontaine traces the fascinating evolution of these fables. They originated in India and Greece, then evolved through influential figures such as Ibn al-Muqaffa' and Aesop, reaching their pinnacle with French fabulist Jean de La Fontaine in the 17th century.

Featuring approximately 133 artworks, beautifully illustrated manuscripts in Arabic, Persian and Turkish, graphic arts, and 3D objects, generously lent from prestigious institutions worldwide, this publication invites readers to witness the commonalities between Kalila wa Dimna and La Fontaine.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Snoeck Publishers
Country
BE
Date
2 September 2024
Pages
196
ISBN
9789461618863

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