Fox Lieye: Colorful Story Version

Author: Mademoiselle Guì Luó
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Publishing Date: 2003-04-01
Features: The Fox Reynard, a book of animal stories. In this animal world, the weak are often prey for the strong, the foolish are often exploited by the wise, and the troublemakers who stir up chaos are a cunning fox. Reynard the Fox is both adorable and annoying. He boasts of his cleverness, enjoys playing small tricks, and inevitablys the weak, but he also dares to confront the strong, even mocking the mighty Lion King. However, he also suffers setbacks, such as being outwitted by the equally cunning Cat Uncle and suffering losses. In the book, birds and beasts all possess human emotions, and foxes, wolves, rabbits, and sheep are also worldly-wise. The stories, originating from the animal realm, mirror human society in many ways. According to Reynard the Fox tales, they were first passed down in the folk traditions of France during the 12th and 13th centuries. Therefore, this animal world reflects the medieval human society of that time, retaining relevance even today. Reynard the Fox stories have been passed down in France for centuries and spread to various European countries. Each generation has added its own touches and embellishments. In the 20th century, numerous modern adaptations have been published. This translation primarily draws from Mademoiselle Guì Luó’s (Delagrave, 1969 edition) rewritten version, incorporating excerpts from other excellent translations. Compared to other versions, Mademoiselle Guì Luó’s adaptation features intricate plots, vivid narration, and a touch of humor. The translator has previously translated some works by French masters, which was sometimes a struggle, but The Fox Reynard was undoubtedly a fun and enjoyable translation. —Thus, I hope this book can accompany young friends through an interesting and joyful Sunday afternoon! The Fox Reynard is a long narrative poem in France, centered on the fox Reynard, and was widely known in medieval France. It is one of the most important anti-feudal satirical works in medieval civic literature. This poem consists of 27 interconnected odes, totaling over 30,000 lines, with each ode featuring Reynard the Fox as the protagonist. These stories were first circulated orally in the 9th and 10th centuries and were recorded in the 10th or 11th centuries. Over time, they were revised and expanded by many poets, reaching over 100,000 lines by the late 14th century. The original authors are unknown, but only Pierre de Saint-Cloud (second group of odes), Richard de Lison (twelfth group of odes), and a priest (ninth group of odes) are identifiable. After its publication, several French poets wrote sequels to it, and translations or imitations of it appeared in Germany, England, Italy, and other countries. In 1794, German poet Goethe composed a narrative poem titled The Fox Reynard based on this story. In modern times, many French and Western writers have adapted The Fox Reynard into prose, creating a vivid and beautiful fairy tale that has gained global popularity. The stories of Reynard the Fox are a compilation of numerous short tales, some derived from ancient Greek and Roman fables, others from stories in India and other Eastern countries, or from Germanic traditions. However, the primary source remains the folk legends of northern France, making it a fusion of Eastern and Western animal tales. The Fox Reynard primarily depicts the lives of animals. The author portrays the medieval feudal society as a kingdom of beasts and bloodthirsty pirates. The work follows the struggles between Reynard the Fox and the wolf Igraine, who represents the nobility, exposing layers of...