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 | The Shepherd Boy and the Wolf is a classic fable by Aesop that tells the story of a young shepherd boy who habitually lies about a wolf threatening his flock of sheep. When a wolf actually appears and attacks his sheep, the boy cries out for help, but the villagers ignore him believing it's anoth... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Lion and the Mouse" is a classic illustrated tale by Aesop which showcases the unlikely friendship between a fierce lion and a small mouse. The story unfolds with the lion sparing the mouse's life. Later, the mouse repays this act of mercy by freeing the lion from a hunter's trap, reminding ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Oxen and the Wheels" is a fable by Aesop teaching a moral lesson. The story describes a pair of oxen pulling a heavily loaded wagon. As they struggle on, the wheels of the cart mock the oxen for their difficulties and offer unhelpful commentary. Eventually, the oxen point out that ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Ass and His Driver" is a short fable by Aesop that conveys a valuable lesson. It tells the story of a donkey who, instead of following his master's instructions, stubbornly decides to walk his own way, thinking it's shorter. This leads him into danger, illustrating the moral that those who w... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Wolf and the Crane" is a fable by Aesop that teaches a lesson about gratitude and how often those who do wrong do not show appreciation for those who help them. The story is about a wolf who gets a bone stuck in his throat and, in desperation, promises anything to a crane if it will put its ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Bundle of Sticks" is a short fable by Aesop that serves as a moral lesson about unity and strength in numbers. The story follows an old man on his deathbed who asks his quarreling sons to fetch a bundle of sticks. He then challenges them to break the bundle, a task they all find im... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Fox and the Grapes is one of Aesop's most famous fables, telling the story of a fox who, failing to reach the juicy grapes hanging high from a vine, walks away grumbling that they were probably sour anyway. This tale is used to illustrate the concept of cognitive dissonance or rationalization... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse by Aesop is a classic fable conveying the message of life's simple pleasures and contentment. The story revolves around a sophisticated Town Mouse and a simple Country Mouse who visit each other's homes. The Town Mouse, accustomed to lavish feasts, visits the ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Kid and the Wolf" by Aesop is a classic fable that imparts moral lessons to young readers. The story focuses on a young goat kid who naively invites a wolf into his home while his mother is away. The wolf, showing his true nature, plans to eat the kid. But the mother goat returns just in tim... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "Hercules and the Wagoner" is a moralistic short tale by Aesop. The story depicts a wagoner who, when his cart becomes stuck in a muddy ditch, prays to the mighty Hercules for help. Instead of physically assisting, Hercules offers the wisdom that heaven helps those who help themselves. ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Boy and the Filberts" is a fable by Aesop that tells the story of a young boy who sticks his hand into a pitcher full of filberts (a type of hazelnut). He grasps a handful but his fist is too large to pull out from the narrow neck of the pitcher. Despite his predicament, he refuses... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Eagle and the Jackdaw" is a classic fable by Aesop depicting the tale of a jackdaw who aspires to be as majestic as an eagle. The jackdaw, dazzled by the spectacle of the eagle soaring high in the sky, attempts to emulate him, only to land in a state of danger and helplessness. The story is ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "Belling the Cat" is a fable attributed to Aesop, a fabulist from ancient Greece. The story involves a group of mice that hold a meeting to discuss the best way to protect themselves from a cat that is terrorizing them. A young mouse suggests that they could tie a bell around the cat's neck as an... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Dog, the Cock, and the Fox The Dog, the Cock, and the Fox is a classic Aesop fable that narrates the story of three unlikely companions - a dog, a cock, and a fox. Through the adventures and the tactical escape from the fox, the story imparts a moral lesson on the value of being aware of flattery and deception. It's a simp... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Frogs and the Ox is a telling moralistic fable by Aesop that showcases a group of frogs being intimidated and scared by a big ox that comes to their pond. On seeing the size of the ox, a young, ambitious frog inflates herself to appear bigger but sadly bursts and dies in the process. The stor... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Young Crab and His Mother is a fable by Aesop that teaches a lesson about the impact and importance of setting a good example. In the story, a mother crab scolds her son for not walking straight. However, the young crab retorts that she should show him how if she can. This illustrates that on... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Tortoise and the Ducks is a captivating fable by Aesop that emphasizes the dangers of greed and discontentment. It tells a story of a tortoise unsatisfied with his dull life on land who longs to fly like the birds. After persuading two ducks to carry him in the sky using a stick, he faces an ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Wolf and the Kid" by Aesop is a classic fable that depicts the encounter between a fierce wolf and a young kid strayed from its flock. A cautionary tale of cunning and wit, the book explores the theme of survival, wisdom and the consequences of poor judgement. Through the interaction of its ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Story of the Year" is a children's fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen about the journey of a little girl through the four seasons of the year. Each season has its own storyline filled with important lessons, unique adventures, and magical moments. From the awakening spring to the serene wi... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Windmill" by Hans Christian Andersen is a symbolic tale that anthropomorphizes a windmill, attributing human thoughts and emotions to it. The narrative accompanies the windmill on a reflective journey as it contemplates its purpose and place in the world. Watching the life that unfolds aroun... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Story of the Wind" is not a standalone book by Hans Christian Andersen, but a part of various stories he wrote. As one of his lesser-known fairy tales, it presents an engaging narrative through the perspective of the Wind. It explores its existence and interactions, as it travels across diff... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Will-O-the Wisp is in the Town, Says the Moor Woman The Will-O-the Wisp is in the Town, Says the Moor Woman is a short folk tale by Hans Christian Andersen. The story involves a conversation between a Moor-woman and her son about the elusive Will-O-the-Wisp. Meanwhile, the Will-O-the-Wisp yearns for a place among the other elements – earth, fire, ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Wild Swans is a magical tale by Hans Christian Andersen about a princess named Elisa who embarks on a quest to save her eleven brothers. They have been turned into swans by a wicked stepmother's curse. Elisa must remain silent throughout her mission and sew shirts from nettles in order to bre... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Wicked Prince" is a fairy tale written by renowned author Hans Christian Andersen. It narrates the story of a wicked and relentless prince who seeks to conquer and rule the world using brute strength and deceit. He challenges the existence of God and sets up a fight against the divine, putti... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "What One Can Invent" is a collection of charming and imaginative stories by Hans Christian Andersen, showcasing his renowned talent for creating fairy tales that both entertain and impart moral lessons. This book is filled with memorable characters, magical settings, and profound insights. These... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | In the Uttermost Parts of the Sea In The Uttermost Parts of the Sea, Hans Christian Andersen takes readers on a magical journey as we follow the adventures of a tin soldier who is swallowed by a fish. This hauntingly beautiful fairy tale explores themes of sacrifice, love, and the enduring spirit of adventure. True to Andersen's ... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "Under the Willow-Tree" is a sentimental tale by renowned author Hans Christian Andersen. This children's novel portrays the story of Knud, a gardener's boy who falls in love with a girl named Joanna. They play together under a willow tree, and their friendship grows into love. But when Joanna is... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Ugly Duckling is a classic children's story by Hans Christian Andersen about a cygnet born in a barnyard who is bullied for being different from his siblings, leading him to run away from home. Despite his difficulties, the duckling perseveres, maturing into a beautiful swan and eventually fi... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | Two Maidens is a classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen that tells the story of two maidens who find themselves tangled in a difficult situation. One is a simple human while the other is a tree. Despite their seemingly insurmountable differences, their lives intertwine dramatically, creati... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "Two Brothers" is not a standalone book by Hans Christian Andersen. Instead, it is a fairy tale authored by him, sometimes included in various compilations of his works. Nevertheless, in this tale, Andersen unfolds the life story of two brothers; one becomes a mighty warrior and knight, while the... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | The Travelling Companion is a fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen about a young man named John who, after his father's death, travels the world with a mysterious stranger who saves him from bandits, helps win the heart of a princess, and eventually revealed as his father's spirit sent to look a... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
 | "The Top and Ball" is a short tale by Hans Christian Andersen that personifies a child's playtime toys. The story revolves around a fancy, boastful Spinning Top and a loving, humble Leather Ball, who have formed a complex relationship. The Top is depicted as proud, seeking to conquer the Ball, wh... | added by davidb 1 year ago |
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