Aesop
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Revive your childhood wonder and fascination with the most exquisitely illustrated edition of Aesop's Fables -featuring breathtaking original artwork by #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Charles Santore!
Captivating the hearts and minds of kids and adults for generations, Aesop, a former Greek slave, developed simple and meaningful adventures featuring animals or insects to teach a moral standard or lesson for living. The most well known...
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According to the Greek historian Herodotus, the fables were, written by a slave named Aesop, who lived in Ancient Greece during the 5th-century BCE. Aesop's fables and the Indian tradition as represented by the Buddhist Jataka Tales and the Hindu Panchatantra share about a dozen tales in common although often widely differing in detail. There is, therefore, some debate over whether the Greeks learned these fables from Indian storytellers or the other...
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When an arrogant hare thinks he's the best around, who could possibly bring him down? One determined tortoise is about to try! Readers will delight in this beautiful retelling of one of Aesop's most beloved fables. Clean, simple language makes the story accessible, while adorable illustrations draw in even reluctant readers. As they follow the epic race between hare and tortoise, readers will see how boastfulness can catch up to even the fastest runner,...
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En Grecia sobresale la fábula en la figura de Esopo, cuya existencia a veces parece dudosa, pues alrededor de su vida se han tejido historias y anécdotas que se contradicen entre sí. Muchos temas tratados por el fabulista griego fueron retomados por otros autores como los españoles Iriarte y Samaniego (quienes siempre escribieron en verso). Iriarte usó la fábula para enseñar preceptos literarios; Samaniego, por su parte, reescribió los temas...
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The history of the fable likely does not originate with Aesop, however it is with him that we associate the fable's most ancient of known origins. Little is actually known of the life of Aesop. According to the historical accounts of Herodotus, Aristotle, and Plutarch, he was a slave from the Greek island of Samos who lived between 620 and 564 BC. Described as a strikingly ugly man he is said to have secured his freedom through his cleverness. Known...
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Aesop's Fables is a collection of fables credited to Aesop, a slave and story-teller believed to have lived in ancient Greece between 620 and 560 BCE. Of diverse origins, the stories associated with Aesop's name have descended to modern times through a number of sources. They continue to be reinterpreted in different verbal registers and in popular as well as artistic mediums.
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Even the King of the Jungle needs help sometimes, but who is brave enough to help such a powerful beast? Courage comes in all sizes in Aesop's classic fable, The Lion and the Mouse. Readers who are familiar with this timeless tale and those who are new to the story will love the simple, beautiful language of this retelling. Endearing illustrations enrich the narrative and draw in even reluctant readers. The unlikely friendship between a grouchy lion...
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George the shepherd is tired of watching his peaceful sheep play. Wouldn't it be more interesting to stir up some trouble with rumors of a wolf? In this retelling of this classic cautionary tale, readers will learn the importance of honesty, and the consequences of lying! Readers will love the charming illustrations of George, his adorable sheep, and the sneaky beast lurking in the shadows. They'll also relate to this timeless narrative, which is...
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The history of the fable likely does not originate with Aesop; however it is with him that we associate the fable's most ancient of known origins. Little is actually known of the life of Aesop. According to the historical accounts of Herodotus, Aristotle, and Plutarch, he was a slave from the Greek island of Samos who lived between 620 and 564 BC. Described as a strikingly ugly man he is said to have secured his freedom through his cleverness. Known...
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The town mouse lives like a king, but luxuries come at a price: cats and dogs! When the country mouse visits town, she realizes that sometimes, the safest place to be is home sweet home. This retelling of Aesop's classic fable uses beautiful, simple language to make the timeless tale accessible to modern readers. Charming, humorous illustrations bring a fresh look to this famous narrative. Readers will love seeing these two mice get into mischief,...
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Summer is all fun and games for the grasshopper, but he's forgetting something important: winter is coming. Meanwhile, the ant is working hard to prepare. What will the cold months bring for these two bugs? This retelling of Aesop's famous fable shows readers the importance of time management and responsibility. Readers will see how the ant's good work ethic pays off, while the grasshopper still has a lot to learn. Endearing illustrations bring these...
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Había una vez dos pobres campesinos, un hombre y una mujer, que estaban muy tristes porque no tenían hijos. Un día, la mujer le dijo a su marido que estaba esperando un hijo. Durante algunos días, la felicidad reinó en la casa, pero muy pronto comenzaron los problemas.
La colección Cuentos de bolsillo reúne los cuentos y fábulas de toda la vida relatados con una visión muy actual y acompañados por magníficas ilustraciones de artistas de...
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Un día un ratón de ciudad fue a visitar a un amigo que vivía en el campo. Este era un ratoncito cordial, de costumbres sencillas.
Para dar la bienvenida a ese amigo que venía de la ciudad, le organizó un banquete con granos de trigo, patatas y un poco de tocino. Era lo mejor que podía ofrecerle.
La colección Cuentos de bolsillo reúne los cuentos y fábulas de toda la vida relatados con una visión muy actual y acompañados por magníficas...
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Había una vez una cigarra que, sentada tranquilamente sobre una hoja, disfrutando del sol del verano, cantaba todo el día. Si veía pasar una pareja de ratoncitos buscando semillas, la cigarra cantaba: ¡Ay, ratoncito, cuanto afán por querer todo el año trabajar! ¡Cuanto afán, ratoncita: la fatiga te marchita!
La colección Cuentos de bolsillo reúne los cuentos y fábulas de toda la vida relatados con una visión muy actual y acompañados por...
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Un día de verano, un cuervo volaba en busca de algo de comer. Era grande, con las plumas negras y el pico gris, y observaba el paisaje debajo de él. De vez en cuando, aprovechando una corriente de aire, subía más alto, para ver un territorio más grande.
La colección Cuentos de bolsillo reúne los cuentos y fábulas de toda la vida relatados con una visión muy actual y acompañados por magníficas ilustraciones de artistas de primera línea....
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Hace mucho tiempo, un campesino llamado Rechoncho vivía con su esposa Piñota en una casita a la ladera de un monte, cultivando un pequeño campo. No tenían hijos, porque los hijos siempre tienen hambre y hay que darles de comer, y los dos campesinos solo tenían comida para ellos.
La colección Cuentos de bolsillo reúne los cuentos y fábulas de toda la vida relatados con una visión muy actual y acompañados por magníficas ilustraciones de artistas...
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Aesop's Fables - new translation as you haven't seen it before -- in a remarkable illustrated edition.
Once upon a time, in the heart of ancient Greece, a storyteller spun lessons so profound that they would echo through the ages. His name was Aesop, and his fablesshort, clever tales of talking animals and cunning trickstershave shaped the way we understand wisdom, morality, and human nature itself.
What can a cunning fox teach us about pride? What...
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Are you looking for a lovely fable? The Goose and the Golden Egg is other best known Aesop's fables. It teaches that those who are greedy, can lose everything. It is ideal for children from 3 to 5 years old, who are learning life values. The audiobook is produced with a field background and sound effects of the the farmer monologue. A sweet and tender voice of an American actress is used, which gives it a special charm. Your children will love it!...
19) Aesop's Fables
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Aesop's Fables – Timeless Wisdom for All Ages
This complete collection of Aesop's fables offers readers of any age short, engaging stories filled with universal truths. Though the tales may differ in setting and character, their moral lessons remain constant-because, as Aesop once said, "All things share the same moral."
Whether you're rediscovering these classics or encountering them for the first time, their simplicity and depth will leave a...
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From a renowned scholar and translator, the definitive translation of Aesop's Fables
Aesop's fables are among the most familiar and best-loved stories in the world. Tales like "The Tortoise and the Hare," "The Dog in the Manger," and "Sour Grapes" have captivated us for generations. The fables delight us and teach timeless truths. Aesop's tales offer us a world fundamentally simpler to ours-one with clear good and plain evil-but nonetheless...