Essentials of Aesop's Fables

Author: Krylov
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Krylov's fables reflect real life, portray various characters, and express progressive ideas, which made them deeply loved by people at the time and became one of the most beloved works for readers in the first half of the 19th century. Every new fable he published also became a focal point in literary and social life. His fables played an active role in shaping the social consciousness of the Russian people. Krylov's fables also enjoy a widespread reputation in the world. During his lifetime, they were translated into more than ten languages, and now there are over fifty or sixty translations. Some have been included in textbooks, so his influence is far-reaching.