by jaime arbe
First published 2020
In the fabled world of Esopo, animals speak and act with human-like agency. A cunning fox outsmarts a vain crow. A hardworking ant schools a grasshopper in the ways of preparation. A steadfast tortoise races against a boastful hare. Through these charming vignettes, Esopo's animal characters illuminate eternal truths about human nature - the folly of pride, the virtue of perseverance, the importance of patience. Imbued with humor, heart, and timeless moral lessons, these classic fables impart their wisdom with a delightful lightness of touch.
Genres: animals, classic-literature, fables, folklore
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: animal-characters, moral-lessons
352 pages · Paperback · Oxford University Press