Complete Collection of Aesop's Fables

Author: Krylov (Russian)
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Publish Date: 2000-05-01
Features: Ivan Alexeyevich Krylov (1769–1844) was not only an outstanding Russian fable writer but also one of the world's three great fable writers (the other two are Aesop of ancient Greece and La Fontaine of France). Born into poverty and having never received formal education, his remarkable achievements were entirely due to his innate talent for language from a young age, combined with extraordinary diligence and unwavering perseverance. This book collects 203 fables he created throughout his life. These fables are highly народность (peasant-like) and realistic, embodying his own wisdom and the accumulated life experience passed down from his ancestors. His fables are written in verse, with elegant language and profound meanings. They often use the imagery of animals and plants to reflect the broad spectrum of social life, portray the complex personalities of various social figures, express his democratic ideals, and possess a unique charm.