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 | The Ass That Carried the Relics "The Ass That Carried the Relics" is a tale adapted by renowned fable writer Jean de La Fontaine. It tells the story of an ass carrying the relics of saints. As he journeys along, the ass misinterprets the people's display of respect toward the relics he carries as respect for himself instead. Th... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Hen with the Golden Eggs" by Jean de La Fontaine is a moral tale about a farmer who owns a hen that lays golden eggs. Instead of patiently waiting for the hen to lay her eggs each day, the farmer, driven by greed, decides to kill the hen and get all the gold at once. However, when he opens t... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Labouring Man and His Children "The Labouring Man and His Children" is a book by Jean de La Fontaine that tells the story of a hardworking man who, on his deathbed, tells his children that there is a treasure buried in the field. After his death, the children work tirelessly to dig up the field, but find no treasure. Eventuall... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Doctors" is not a book by Jean de La Fontaine. Jean de La Fontaine is a renowned French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century. He is famous for his Fables, which provided a model for the subsequent fabulists across Europe and numerous versions in France, a... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Satyr and the Passer-by" is a collection of fables, allegories, and tales by Jean de La Fontaine. In this work, La Fontaine explores the complex nature of human beings as he weaves narratives that reveal the quirks, flaws, strengths, and dualities of human character. The title story is a par... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Fox with His Tail Cut Off" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that features a fox who lost his tail. In the story, the fox attempts to persuade other foxes that they would be better off without their tails, in a bid to hide his embarrassment and stigmatization. This classic tale humorously ex... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Hare's Ears" is a classic fable by Jean de La Fontaine which addresses pride, humility, and the courage to be true to oneself, even in the face of ridicule or rejection. The story revolves around a lion, the king of the jungle, who is made insecure by the long ears of his friend, the hare. F... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Earthen Pot and the Iron Pot "The Earthen Pot and the Iron Pot" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that explores the tragic consequences of unequal relationships. The story presents an earthen pot and an iron pot trying to navigate their relationship, with the latter being stronger and the former fragile. Despite the iron pot... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "Fortune and the Little Child" is a collection of poetic stories by Jean de La Fontaine. The stories commonly feature animals as characters who learn life lessons about morality, luck, wisdom, and human nature. These tales teach about the unpredictability of life's circumstances, emphasizing the ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Mountain in Labour" is a part of the collection of fables by Jean de La Fontaine. It is a brief tale that uses animals to portray human follies and lessons. In this fable, a mountain is depicted as being in labour, causing great alarm among the people. When it finally gives birth, it only pr... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Oracle and the Impious Man The Oracle and the Impious Man is a story by Jean de La Fontaine that works to convey a moral lesson about the dangers of skepticism. In the tale, an impious or disrespectful man doubts the legitimacy of an oracle, challenging its predictions and the local population's faith in its truth. However... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Old Man and His Children" is a moral fable by Jean de La Fontaine that was included in his collection of tales named Fables. The story revolves around an old man living with his sons who constantly bicker with each other. On his deathbed, he comes up with a unique way to show them the streng... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Saying of Socrates is a thoughtful compilation of the renowned philosopher's teachings, philosophies, and dialogues. French writer Jean de La Fontaine explores the profound ideology of Socrates, presenting it in digestible segments. The principles of ethics, morality, self-knowledge, and trut... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Horse and the Wolf" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that explores themes of deceit and cunning. In the story, a sly wolf convinces a strong horse that he should allow him to remove a bone lodged in his foot. Once the horse agrees, the wolf devours him, teaching the reader about the dangers... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Fox and the Bust" is a fable written by Jean de La Fontaine. This short tale tells the story of a fox who comes across a bust, an impressive piece of art. The fox praises the bust for its physical appearance, but criticizes it for its lack of mental prowess. Through this allegory, La Fontain... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Horse Wishing to Be Revenged on the Stag "The Horse Wishing to Be Revenged on the Stag" by Jean de La Fontaine is a moralistic fable that tells a tale of retaliation and consequences. The story follows a horse that seeks revenge on a stag that took over his grazing grounds. In his act of revenge, the horse asks a man for help and allows... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Animals Sending a Tribute to Alexander The Animals Sending a Tribute to Alexander is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine. The story centers around the theme of tribute and submission. It depicts animals sending a tribute to Alexander the Great to express their acknowledgement of his superiority. In the tale, each animal presents their most... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Old Woman and Her Servants The Old Woman and Her Servants is a moral tale by Jean de La Fontaine that revolves around an old woman and her two servants. She treats them harshly, and hence, they decide to play a trick on her. They tell her that a magpie talks ill of her when she is not around. They advise her to kill it to ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Frog and the Rat" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that presents a moral lesson about ambition and consequences. The story revolves around a frog who, desiring to be as big as a rat, puffs herself up to an unnatural size. Despite the warning from the rat about the dangers, the frog continue... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Camel and the Driftwood" is a collection of fables inspired by Aesop's tales. Jean de La Fontaine uses anthropomorphic animals to illustrate morals and life lessons. In the title story, a camel and a piece of driftwood find themselves stranded on an island, where they discuss their different... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | Battle Between the Rats and Weasels In Battle Between the Rats and Weasels, Jean de La Fontaine draws an analogy between human wars and a grand conflict between animals. The unconditional warfare between rats and weasels begins when a rat accidentally offends the weasel king. This fable examines the causes and effects of war, servi... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Little Fish and the Fisherman The Little Fish and the Fisherman is a story that follows an old fisherman who catches a small fish. The little fish pleads with the fisherman to let him go, promising he will grow bigger and be a far more fulfilling catch in the future. The fisherman, however, is not persuaded, citing that a sma... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Jay Dressed in Peacock's Plumes "The Jay Dressed in Peacock's Plumes" is a fable by Jean De La Fontaine that recounts the tale of a jay bird who adorns himself with the feathers of a peacock, hoping to impersonate the more majestic bird and gain respect and admiration. Unfortunately, the jay's ruse is discovered, leading to his... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | In "Man and the Wooden Idol," Jean de La Fontaine delves into an anthropological tale of religious and spiritual discovery. The book takes readers on an expedition, following a man who stumbles upon an ancient tribe that worships a wooden idol. As he embeds himself with the tribe, he faces confli... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Ass and the Little Dog is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine which tells the story of an ass who becomes envious of a little dog's close relationship with their owner. The ass tries to win the master’s affection by imitating the dog’s playful behavior. However, the imitation only leads to disaste... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Woodman and Mercury" is a morality fable by Jean de La Fontaine. The story features a woodcutter who loses his axe in a river and is given a golden and a silver axe by Mercury, the god of trade. The honest woodman refuses both, stating that his axe was made of simple iron. Touched by the woo... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Gardener and His Master" is a morality tale by French author, Jean de La Fontaine. It revolves around the story of an old gardener who dares to advise his master about simplicity and moderation, illuminating the timeless wisdom of living a humble and contented life. The master initially dism... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Fly and the Ant" is a collection of fables by Jean de La Fontaine, one of the most famous fabulists in France. The book includes the named tale in which a fly and an ant distinct in characteristics engage in intellectual and philosophical dialogues, revealing profound morals. La Fontaine's s... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Lark and Her Little Ones with the Owner of a Field The Lark and Her Little Ones with the Owner of a Field is a fable that teaches readers about cunningness and intelligence. It tells the story of a Lark who builds a nest in a wheat field while the wheat is still growing. When the wheat ripens and the landowner decides to harvest it, the Lark has ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Weasel in the Granary" is a collection of fables by Jean de La Fontaine. Each tale, including the titular story about a weasel trapped in a granary, offers moralistic reflections on human nature and behavior. With his characteristic wit, a keen eye for detail, and an aptitude for poetic nuan... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Drowned Woman" is not actually a book but one of the hundreds of fables written by Jean de La Fontaine, a French author. La Fontaine's fables are short tales often featuring animals and conveying moral lessons. In "The Drowned Woman", the story talks about a woman who, despite being warned, ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Lion Grown Old is part of a series of fables penned by the French author, Jean de La Fontaine. This story illustrates the life lessons of power dynamics and respect through the narrative of a once-powerful lion now grown old and weak. The lion's authority is challenged by other animals, regar... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
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