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 | The Tortoise and the Two Ducks "The Tortoise and the Two Ducks" is a classic fable penned by Jean de La Fontaine that reflects on the dangers of abandoning one's humble life for grandeur. The story features a tortoise, fed up with his mundane life, who implores two ducks to help him travel, experiencing what he thinks will be ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Man and the Snake" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine which demonstrates the danger of acting in panic without carefully analyzing a situation. The story revolves around a man who is terrified by the sight of a snake painted on a wall, believing it to be real. His fear escalates to such a deg... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Fish and the Shepherd Who Played on the Clarionet "The Fish and the Shepherd Who Played on the Clarionet" is a tale of enchantment and mystery written by Jean de La Fontaine. This captivating narrative revolves around the interaction between a shepherd who plays a clarionet and a fish that is lured by the music. The shepherd uses music as a mean... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Kite and the Nightingale" is a representation of Jean de La Fontaine's classic style, featuring anthropomorphic characters engaged in moral and philosophical debates. This story, laced with clever humor and rustic imagery, portrays the age-old clash of the city dweller and the countryman, em... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Shepherd and His Flock" by Jean de La Fontaine is a collection of classic French fables that use animals and nature to explore the human condition and life's moral lessons. The book tells a story of a Shepherd who has a special connection with his flock of sheep, symbolizing the relationship... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Two Men and the Treasure is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that tells the story of two friends who discover buried treasure in a field. Ecstatic, they vow to share it equally. However, as greed seizes them, they plot against each other with the aim of getting the entire treasure for themselve... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Shepherd and the King" is a collection of La Fontaine's timeless fables, showcasing his gifts as a storyteller and moralist. Central to the plot is the unlikely friendship of a simple shepherd and a royal king, their interactions touch upon profound life lessons. La Fontaine's rich language ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Husband, the Wife, and the Robber The Husband, the Wife, and the Robber by Jean de La Fontaine is a humorous and thoughtful exploration of the complexities of marriage and trust. This tale chronicles the adventures of a cunning robber who attempts to exploit the insecurities and misgivings within a married couple's relationship. ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Cormorant and the Fishes" is a captivating fable written by Jean de La Fontaine. This story revolves around a cunning cormorant who promises to rule the sea creatures wisely but ends up eating them instead. It serves as a timeless lesson on the dangers of false promises and the mischief of c... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Two Rats, the Fox, and the Egg The Two Rats, the Fox, and the Egg is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine which revolves around the story of two rats who find an egg and decide to roll it all the way back to their nest. However, on their way, they encounter a fox who cleverly tricks them into losing their found treasure. The story e... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Wax Candle is a collection of fables written by Jean de La Fontaine. The book features allegorical tales that teach moral lessons, pointing out the follies and vices of humans in an entertaining manner. Each tale includes various characters such as animals, humans, and mythical creatures. The... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Wolf and the Starved Dog" is a parable by Jean de La Fontaine that explores themes of freedom and oppression. The story involves a starved dog who is willing to serve a wolf for the guarantee of a daily meal. However, the dog’s collar symbolizes the loss of his freedom, leading to a valuable... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Monkey and the Cat" is a classic fable attributed to the famous French fabulist Jean de La Fontaine. The story centers on a monkey and a cat living in the same household who devise a plan to pull chestnuts from a fire. The manipulative monkey convinces the gullible cat to fetch the chestnuts... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Mouse Metamorphosed Into a Girl "The Mouse Metamorphosed Into a Girl" is a fable penned by renowned French writer Jean de La Fontaine. The story revolves around a mouse transformed into a girl by the goddess Diana in response to a prayer from her father. However, despite her external appearance, the girl retains her mouse insti... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Sculptor and the Statue of Jupiter The Sculptor and the Statue of Jupiter is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that teaches moral lessons through an allegorical story. In this tale, a sculptor creates a magnificent statue of Jupiter, only to be greatly disappointed when the townsfolk see it merely as a piece of stone, rather than a g... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Cat and the Fox" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine, which focuses on a conversation between a proud fox and a humble cat. The fox boasts of his knowledge of many survival tricks to escape from hunters, while the cat modestly admits she has only one. When hunters suddenly appear, the cat imme... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The School-Boy, the Pedant, and the Nursery Gardener The School-Boy, the Pedant, and the Nursery Gardener is a children's book by Jean de La Fontaine that includes three tales. The school boy's story covers themes of education and learning, allowing children to grasp the importance of listening. The pedant's tale stresses the significance of humble... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | In The Acorn and the Gourd, Jean de La Fontaine presents a fable about an acorn and a gourd growing next to each other. The tiny acorn watches the gourd grow quickly into a massive fruit and becomes envious. However, when winter arrives, the gourd freezes and dies, while the acorn remains, soon t... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | In The Ape and the Leopard, Jean de La Fontaine offers a collection of witty and insightful fables composed in verse. Through the use of animal characters like the deceptive ape and the proud leopard, La Fontaine explores various human traits and social relationships. The stories engage and chall... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "Jupiter and the Traveller" is a collection of insightful fables written by Jean de La Fontaine. The story revolves around a traveler who seeks Jupiter's help for his journey, offering him a glimpse of human life and its complexities. Through this narrative, the author subtly explores themes of f... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Fraudulent Trustee" by Jean de La Fontaine is a collection of engaging stories that explore the themes of trust, deception, and betrayal. The book draws readers into a world where corrupt trustees exploit the blind faith of innocent people for their personal gain. These tales deliver powerfu... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Oyster and Its Claimants" is an abstract fable by Jean de La Fontaine which explores the themes of greed, conflict, and justice through the argument between two individuals claiming an oyster. Utilizing anthropomorphic animal characters, the book prompts readers to consider the nature of fai... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | Democritus and the Abderanians Democritus and the Abderanians is a literary work by Jean de La Fontaine that uses the Greek philosopher, Democritus, as a central figure to explore the concept of human folly. Drawing from ancient Greek culture, the book depicts Democritus as an observer of human foolishness, while also illustra... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Cat and the Rat" is a classic fable by Jean de La Fontaine. The story revolves around the cunning cat and the naive rat, and their interactions within their animal kingdom. The book engages readers with its rich narratives and lessons of wisdom, portraying deep moral implications. It teaches... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Madman Who Sold Wisdom is a humorous and intriguing fable by Jean de La Fontaine. The story revolves around a madman who, instead of selling usual goods, decides to sell wisdom. The irony lies in the fact that the madman believes that he can sell such an intangible and priceless concept, draw... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "Education" by Jean de La Fontaine is not a traditional book but a compilation of the author's fables which are noted for their wisdom and moral lessons. Through engaging and witty stories featuring animals and humans, La Fontaine enlightens readers on the values of ethics, humility, and understa... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Two Pigeons" is a poetic fable by Jean de La Fontaine. It explores the themes of love, freedom, wanderlust, and the dangers inherent in exploration. In essence, the story is about two pigeons, deeply in love, but one of them gets bored at home and wants to explore the world. Despite the othe... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Falcon and the Capon" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that uses animal characters to reflect human behaviour. The story explores a tamed falcon who refuses to hunt capons, pointing out that he was one of them before he grew into a falcon. Through this compelling narrative, La Fontaine expl... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "Jupiter and the Thunderbolts" by Jean de La Fontaine is a metaphorical tale inspired by Greek mythology. The story spins around Jupiter, the king of gods, who is discontent with the behavior of humans. Although Jupiter has the power to strike them with his thunderbolts, he is afraid to ignite a ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Wolf and the Hunter" is a tale by Jean de La Fontaine that uses anthropomorphized characters to depict the complex relationship between a wolf and a hunter. The storyline masterfully demonstrates the cruelty and the inherent conflict in nature, as well as the struggle for survival. La Fontai... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Advantage of Being Clever" is a collection of fables by Jean de La Fontaine that explores moral lessons through charming and witty tales. It underscores the importance of wit, wisdom, and cleverness in overcoming life's obstacles and challenges. The stories feature a variety of characters fr... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Two Dogs and the Dead Ass by Jean de La Fontaine is a fable which tells a story of two dogs who find a dead donkey. It explores the theme of greed and folly, highlighting that greed often leads to negative consequences. It is also about the immoderate desire of pleasure and the foolishness of... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
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