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The Rat and the ElephantThe Rat and the Elephant is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that underlines the moral that size does not define importance. The story narrates an encounter between a rat and an... | 60 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Pig, the Goat, and the Sheep"The Pig, the Goat, and the Sheep" is a fable tale written by Jean de La Fontaine. It follows the story of three farm animals - a pig, a goat, and a sheep - and their interactions... | 26 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Two Friends"The Two Friends" is a short story by Jean de La Fontaine that explores the themes of friendship, loyalty, and sacrifice. It tells the story of two close friends who go into the... | 27 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Rat and the Oyster"The Rat and the Oyster" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that conveys moral lessons through a cleverly woven tale. The story is about a rat who, having only experienced life in... | 56 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Joker and the FishesThe Joker and the Fishes is a compelling collection of fables centered on the fascinating relationship, interplay, and implications between the cunning joker and the world of... | 29 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Tircis and AmaranthTircis and Amaranth is a book by Jean de La Fontaine that unfolds a tale of romantic love and tragedy. Set in a pastoral background, it follows the emotional journey of two... | 49 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Woman and the Secret"The Woman and the Secret" by Jean de La Fontaine is a collection of fables that revolve around the theme of secrets and the consequences that arise from holding or revealing... | 43 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Man and the Flea"The Man and the Flea" by Jean de La Fontaine is a satirical fable that explores the power dynamics and standards of justice in society. Through the interaction between a flea and... | 25 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Bear and the Amateur of Gardening"The Bear and the Amateur of Gardening" is a captivating story that utilizes animal characters to deliver a meaningful life lesson. The narrative showcases Jean de La Fontaine's... | 56 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Power of FablesThe Power of Fables is a collection of moralistic tales by French poet Jean de La Fontaine. The stories, often featuring animals and mythical creatures as their primary... | 31 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Death and the Dying Man"Death and the Dying Man" is a philosophical book written by Jean de La Fontaine exploring the concept of mortality. Through eloquent prose and comprehensive insights, the author... | 105 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Dog Which Carried Round His Neck His Master's Dinner"The Dog Which Carried Round His Neck His Master's Dinner" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine. It tells the story of a dog who carried his master's meal around his neck, only to... | 19 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Head and the Tail of the Serpent"The Head and the Tail of the Serpent" by Jean de La Fontaine is a part of La Fontaine's well-known collection, Fables. This particular fable is a tale about a snake with a... | 26 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Lion, the Wolf, and the FoxThe Lion, the Wolf, and the Fox is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that explores themes of deceit, cruelty, and the abuse of power. In the tale, a lion, reigning as king, falls ill... | 21 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Cat, the Weasel, and the Little RabbitThe Cat, the Weasel, and the Little Rabbit is a fabled story by Jean de La Fontaine. This tale is all about a conflict over a little house, which the weasel occupied after it was... | 42 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Cobbler and the Banker"The Cobbler and the Banker" is a tale from the fable collection of Jean de La Fontaine. This story contrasts the lives of a simple cobbler, living a content life with limited... | 21 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Fortune-Teller"The Fortune-Teller" is a Fable (short story often involving animals and teach a moral or lesson) by Jean de La Fontaine. The story revolves around Fortunée, a poor widow who... | 27 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
An Animal in the MoonAn Animal in the Moon is a collection of short stories by Jean de La Fontaine. The book takes readers on a whimsical adventure into the world of animals, portraying them in... | 69 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Ingratitude and Injustice of Men Towards Fortune"The Ingratitude and Injustice of Men Towards Fortune" by Jean de La Fontaine is a philosophical treatise that dives into concepts of human nature, particularly focusing on how... | 34 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Coach and the FlyThe Coach and the Fly is a classic short story by Jean de La Fontaine. It centers on a fly that believes it is extremely instrumental in making a horse-drawn carriage move while... | 197 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Two Fowls"The Two Fowls" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that cleverly showcases the unpredictability of fortune and power. The story revolves around two roosters, one ruling the roost... | 32 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Man Who Runs After Fortune, and the Man Who Waits for Her"The Man Who Runs After Fortune, and the Man Who Waits for Her" is an enlightening piece of wise fable literature from Jean de La Fontaine. The book presents a unique perspective... | 20 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Curate and the Corpse"The Curate and the Corpse" is a humorous and clever short story, part of the larger collection of tales from 17th-century French author Jean de La Fontaine. The story revolves... | 23 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Milk-Maid and the Milk-Pail"The Milk-Maid and the Milk-Pail" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that illustrates the dangers of daydreaming and counting your chickens before they're hatched. The protagonist,... | 30 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Court of the Lion"The Court of the Lion" is not a book by Jean de La Fontaine. Instead, it's one of the famous fables written by him, included in his collection "Fables Choisies," put on verse... | 65 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Vultures and the Pigeons"The Vultures and the Pigeons" is a fable penned by Jean de La Fontaine that highlights ethical and moral lessons through animal characters. This story tackles themes of peace,... | 44 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Wishes"The Wishes" is a collection of fables, narrated in a poetic and witty style by Jean de La Fontaine. The stories are based on a wide range of topics, offering moral reflections... | 23 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Maiden"The Maiden" by Jean de La Fontaine is a classic piece of French literature, reflecting the author's wit and finesse in storytelling. It weaves a story where a maiden strikes a... | 23 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Man Badly Married"The Man Badly Married" is a captivating novel by Jean de La Fontaine that focuses on the experiences of a man trapped in a miserable marriage. Through his creative storytelling,... | 28 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Heron"The Heron" is a famous fable by Jean de La Fontaine that tells the story of a young heron who is too picky about its food. The heron waits for the perfect fish to come along,... | 43 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Rat Who Retired From the World"The Rat Who Retired From the World" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that tells the story of a rat who, tired of the dangers and troubles of the world, decided to retire to a... | 49 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Animals Sick of the Plague"The Animals Sick of the Plague" is one of the famous fables by French poet Jean de La Fontaine. The story focuses on animals, specifically a lion, who become affected by a deadly... | 256 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
